The Bridge Academy
URN: 131609 • London E2 8BA
Overview
- Name
- The Bridge Academy
- URN
- 131609
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE BRIDGE ACADEMY, HACKNEY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Brown (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02077495240
- Website
- Visit The Bridge Academy website
- Address
-
Laburnum Street, London E2 8BA
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Summary
The Bridge Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Hackney, London, with a current enrolment of 1,099 students and a capacity of 1,150. The academy is committed to fostering a culture of Hard Work, Integrity, and Kindness, which are integral to its educational ethos. The principal, Mr. C Brown, emphasizes high expectations and a rigorous academic environment, aiming to prepare students for success at university and beyond.
The curriculum at The Bridge Academy is designed to combine the strengths of both state and independent education, focusing on achieving excellent academic outcomes. The school celebrates record GCSE and A Level results, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence. Additionally, the academy has received recognition for outstanding achievements, including an excellent Ofsted outcome and the 'Investor in Careers' award.
The Bridge Academy also prioritizes community engagement and support for its students, offering various programs and initiatives to enhance their educational experience. Open days and events are held regularly to foster connections between the school and local families, ensuring a supportive environment for all students.
The curriculum at The Bridge Academy is designed to combine the strengths of both state and independent education, focusing on achieving excellent academic outcomes. The school celebrates record GCSE and A Level results, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence. Additionally, the academy has received recognition for outstanding achievements, including an excellent Ofsted outcome and the 'Investor in Careers' award.
The Bridge Academy also prioritizes community engagement and support for its students, offering various programs and initiatives to enhance their educational experience. Open days and events are held regularly to foster connections between the school and local families, ensuring a supportive environment for all students.
Useful links
- Trustees (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Open Events 2025 (calendar)
- Academy Magazine (calendar)
- Announcements (calendar)
- Community (calendar)
- Key Dates (calendar)
- 20 Oct Half Term (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
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
- Hackney
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BRIDGE ACADEMY, HACKNEY
- Capacity
- 1150
- Pupils
- 1099
- Boys
- 586
- Girls
- 513
- FSM %
- 57.40
- Open date
- 2007-09-06
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1099 | 586 | 513 | 1150 | 57.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1113 | 597 | 516 | 1150 | 52.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1112 | 619 | 493 | 1150 | 47.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1112 | 619 | 493 | 1150 | 47.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1114 | 622 | 492 | 1150 | 46.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1084 | 596 | 488 | 1150 | 41.40 |
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