Beacon High
URN: 100453 • London N7 0JG
Overview
- Name
- Beacon High
- URN
- 100453
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 48.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alan Streeter (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02076075885
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hilldrop Road, London N7 0JG
Summary
Beacon High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Islington, London, with a current enrolment of 417 pupils and a capacity of 600. The school is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience, emphasising both academic success and the holistic development of students. The ethos of "Believe, Belong, Become" encapsulates the school's dedication to nurturing students' ambitions while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
The curriculum at Beacon High is designed to ensure that all students have access to a broad range of academic disciplines, alongside opportunities for personal growth outside the classroom. Facilities include a swimming pool, and all Year 7 and 8 students receive violin lessons, reflecting the school's commitment to a diverse educational experience. The school also has a house system that promotes community spirit and healthy competition among students.
Support for students is a key focus at Beacon High, with staff dedicated to understanding and assisting each pupil's individual needs. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and inclusion, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
The curriculum at Beacon High is designed to ensure that all students have access to a broad range of academic disciplines, alongside opportunities for personal growth outside the classroom. Facilities include a swimming pool, and all Year 7 and 8 students receive violin lessons, reflecting the school's commitment to a diverse educational experience. The school also has a house system that promotes community spirit and healthy competition among students.
Support for students is a key focus at Beacon High, with staff dedicated to understanding and assisting each pupil's individual needs. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and inclusion, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Open Events (calendar)
- Satchel: One (calendar)
- SMSC Policy (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Islington
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 600
- Pupils
- 417
- Boys
- 238
- Girls
- 179
- FSM %
- 67.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 417 | 238 | 179 | 600 | 67.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 417 | 232 | 185 | 600 | 65.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 428 | 251 | 177 | 600 | 65.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 428 | 251 | 177 | 720 | 65.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 423 | 265 | 158 | 720 | 53.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 493 | 323 | 170 | 900 | 42.80 |
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