School Summary

Capital City Academy


Boys: 635
Girls: 532
Total Pupils: 1167
Opened: 01-09-2003
Ofsted: Good
Interim Principal: Marianne Jeanes
Capital City Academy
Doyle Gardens
London

NW10 3ST
Telephone: 02088388700
Website: https://www.capitalcityacademy.org

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SchoolSponsors (name): Sir Frank Lowe
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reviews: [{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"6 years ago","rating":1,"text":{"text":"This school is one of the worst schools in London. It's not surprising actually considering the attitudes of most of the staff.\n\nThe staff are just as rude and unfriendly as the children. The heads of years approach to the children's behaviour is extremely poor. Hence the reason that the behaviour is so bad.\n\nIt is not advisable to work here, They treat day to day and agency workers like rubbish and like to remind them of how disposable they are.\n\nThis school has a lot of work to do.","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"This school is one of the worst schools in London. It's not surprising actually considering the attitudes of most of the staff.\n\nThe staff are just as rude and unfriendly as the children. The heads of years approach to the children's behaviour is extremely poor. Hence the reason that the behaviour is so bad.\n\nIt is not advisable to work here, They treat day to day and agency workers like rubbish and like to remind them of how disposable they are.\n\nThis school has a lot of work to do.","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Ayo Ayo","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/115733137139096525154\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocJEn3SkrETTFa39IH2dead74Lxh4oCoC3b0h1POIbiU=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3"},"publishTime":"2017-07-09T11:13:29Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"11 years ago","rating":5,"text":{"text":"I have only positive comments to share about Capital City Academy. My son is currently in Year 7 and he has had a fantastic year. He has settled well and formed many positive relationships with both students and staff at the school. There is a friendly Parent Forum which works with the staff to fundraise and support at events that take place at the school. This has also helped me to feel like I am part of CCA.\nThere is generally a warm and welcoming atmosphere at the school and all staff members, including the Principle \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Alex Thomas are approachable. This has made it easier for me to share any concerns that I have had and feel confident that something will be done about it. My son is happy to go to school each day and has enjoyed being part of many events that have taken place throughout his first year at the school. Like any other parent, I was concerned about my child making the transition from a small primary to large secondary school. However, this has been very successful and he has made good progress in all areas of learning and development. I am proud to say my son goes to Capital City Academy and would most definitely recommend the school to other parents.","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"I have only positive comments to share about Capital City Academy. My son is currently in Year 7 and he has had a fantastic year. He has settled well and formed many positive relationships with both students and staff at the school. There is a friendly Parent Forum which works with the staff to fundraise and support at events that take place at the school. This has also helped me to feel like I am part of CCA.\nThere is generally a warm and welcoming atmosphere at the school and all staff members, including the Principle \u00e2\u0080\u0093 Alex Thomas are approachable. This has made it easier for me to share any concerns that I have had and feel confident that something will be done about it. My son is happy to go to school each day and has enjoyed being part of many events that have taken place throughout his first year at the school. Like any other parent, I was concerned about my child making the transition from a small primary to large secondary school. However, this has been very successful and he has made good progress in all areas of learning and development. I am proud to say my son goes to Capital City Academy and would most definitely recommend the school to other parents.","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Natalie Tyndale","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/114651551883048636022\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjViVGyE59hjhIKk2l56QB7sizkksCVhWt1y68BKeOafYg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2012-06-18T17:51:17Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"4 years ago","rating":5,"text":{"text":"As a past member of support staff at Capital City Academy I can honestly say that the passion and commitment of the staff is second to none. I felt extremely supported throughout my time working at the Academy and was given the opportunity to get involved in some fantastic opportunities being more involved with the students including taking part in two World Challenge expeditions to Uganda and Swaziland. I also worked closely with the Parents' Forum who worked tirelessly to support the Academy and give parents a voice. I am lucky enough to still be involved with Capital; it is a fantastic school. I would recommend any prospective parent or student to visit the school and see for themselves first hand.\n\nHere is a snippet from a recent email from a current Year 10 parent. I think it sums up perfectly the supportive and dedicated nature of the staff at Capital -\n\n\"I had the pleasure of talking to Miss Maaroof who took time and interest in all my questions. I would like to say that it has been a long time since I have met a teacher who was so supportive and so kind. She is willing to give her time and already told her students about next year's revision. I hope that Miss Maaroof will stay for a longtime.\"","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"As a past member of support staff at Capital City Academy I can honestly say that the passion and commitment of the staff is second to none. I felt extremely supported throughout my time working at the Academy and was given the opportunity to get involved in some fantastic opportunities being more involved with the students including taking part in two World Challenge expeditions to Uganda and Swaziland. I also worked closely with the Parents' Forum who worked tirelessly to support the Academy and give parents a voice. I am lucky enough to still be involved with Capital; it is a fantastic school. I would recommend any prospective parent or student to visit the school and see for themselves first hand.\n\nHere is a snippet from a recent email from a current Year 10 parent. I think it sums up perfectly the supportive and dedicated nature of the staff at Capital -\n\n\"I had the pleasure of talking to Miss Maaroof who took time and interest in all my questions. I would like to say that it has been a long time since I have met a teacher who was so supportive and so kind. She is willing to give her time and already told her students about next year's revision. I hope that Miss Maaroof will stay for a longtime.\"","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Emma Throp","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/100109257779641179209\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocLPdZ1veoSmGhTT_RPIYFc9525-qZa4JPulb_Ezy25p=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2018-10-19T13:30:37Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"5 years ago","rating":2,"text":{"text":"Horrendous school with terrible security and staff that doesn't investigate incidents to the full - excluding children based on accusations and no real evidence, not to mention the overpriced food and lack of counsellors.\n\nFirst of all, might I mention the breach of security that took place last term on the schools Sims servers. Sims is the software the school uses that contains the students and staff medical information, addresses, special education needs, sanctions and merits. Initially all staff are assigned the same generic password as the students, and are prompted to change it to something personal that is unique and can't be guessed. The issue here is, barely any of the staff decided to change their password (the same one students are given to access the computers) thus allowing the students to access all the personal information of their peers and teachers.\nWhen this came to light to the senior leadership team, however, they decided the best course of action was to disciple and exclude the students (most of which didn't even go on Sims, merely had the login details told to them by fellow students) instead of disciplining the staff. The students will now have limited 6th form and college opportunities due to the exclusion on their record, all due to the staff being impotent.\n\nAgain this term, the cafeteria had a 'makeover' replacing the old food bays with newer more aesthetically pleasing alternatives under the company Aspens. Now this wouldn't be an issue if the food hadn't soared by as much as 26%. (For example, small patties were initially \u00c2\u00a31.35, they are now \u00c2\u00a31.70, taking into account this isn't even considered a main meal) Moreover, the schools decisions as to where they spend their money is extremely spontaneous - some students have been on the waiting list to see a Counsellor for months, the money used for the makeover would much be better invested into that.\n\nOverall, my time at this school has been miserable.","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"Horrendous school with terrible security and staff that doesn't investigate incidents to the full - excluding children based on accusations and no real evidence, not to mention the overpriced food and lack of counsellors.\n\nFirst of all, might I mention the breach of security that took place last term on the schools Sims servers. Sims is the software the school uses that contains the students and staff medical information, addresses, special education needs, sanctions and merits. Initially all staff are assigned the same generic password as the students, and are prompted to change it to something personal that is unique and can't be guessed. The issue here is, barely any of the staff decided to change their password (the same one students are given to access the computers) thus allowing the students to access all the personal information of their peers and teachers.\nWhen this came to light to the senior leadership team, however, they decided the best course of action was to disciple and exclude the students (most of which didn't even go on Sims, merely had the login details told to them by fellow students) instead of disciplining the staff. The students will now have limited 6th form and college opportunities due to the exclusion on their record, all due to the staff being impotent.\n\nAgain this term, the cafeteria had a 'makeover' replacing the old food bays with newer more aesthetically pleasing alternatives under the company Aspens. Now this wouldn't be an issue if the food hadn't soared by as much as 26%. (For example, small patties were initially \u00c2\u00a31.35, they are now \u00c2\u00a31.70, taking into account this isn't even considered a main meal) Moreover, the schools decisions as to where they spend their money is extremely spontaneous - some students have been on the waiting list to see a Counsellor for months, the money used for the makeover would much be better invested into that.\n\nOverall, my time at this school has been miserable.","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Bella Blood","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/114839772826983814962\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocK1fQQrvCNGQVOm48UGXxfOEFk0xyqHXSFCdgeooBq4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2018-03-17T20:21:49Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"11 years ago","rating":5,"text":{"text":"One of the most helpful things about CCA is Alex Thomas - the Principal's willingness to listen and make changes where needed. My daughter has just come to the end of year 7 and we have experienced nothing but enthusiasm for improvement...and yes we did make our dissatisfaction known when she wasn't happy. She is now very happy and her progress is good.\n\nIt is a mixed ability school but then the world is mixed ability. Children learn an extra set of skills by mixing with a broader range of people. CCA caters for all children and all abilities. Personally I have found the staff warm, friendly and driven and would always pursue any issues I was unhappy with.\n\nI have met some great parents there too and we help at events to forge a friendship with the school, teacher and pupils and of course we fundraise. Not all schools offer this at secondary level. Personally I think it is crucial.","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"One of the most helpful things about CCA is Alex Thomas - the Principal's willingness to listen and make changes where needed. My daughter has just come to the end of year 7 and we have experienced nothing but enthusiasm for improvement...and yes we did make our dissatisfaction known when she wasn't happy. She is now very happy and her progress is good.\n\nIt is a mixed ability school but then the world is mixed ability. Children learn an extra set of skills by mixing with a broader range of people. CCA caters for all children and all abilities. Personally I have found the staff warm, friendly and driven and would always pursue any issues I was unhappy with.\n\nI have met some great parents there too and we help at events to forge a friendship with the school, teacher and pupils and of course we fundraise. Not all schools offer this at secondary level. Personally I think it is crucial.","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Caryn Franklin","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/114060256446775265992\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjWdcyO0mGC1zC2XWBcrHtVd3tLkfDypMZpgEm0qAF29SQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2012-06-18T16:17:40Z"}]