Skinners' Academy
URN: 136137 • London N4 1SY
Overview
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sonia Jacob (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02088007411
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodberry Grove, London N4 1SY
Summary
Skinners' Academy is a mixed secondary school located in the Woodberry Down area of Hackney, London. Established in 2010, the academy serves students aged 11 to 19 and is sponsored by the Worshipful Company of Skinners. The school aims to foster a supportive and challenging environment, encouraging students to "be the best you can be" while promoting values such as curiosity, kindness, and bravery.
The academy offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs and interests of its students. With a strong focus on enterprise, Skinners' Academy has achieved notable success, with Key Stage 4 outcomes exceeding national averages. The sixth form is particularly distinguished, ranking in the top 10% nationally for student progress, and many graduates proceed to prestigious universities.
Skinners' Academy is committed to being an integral part of the local community, providing a safe and nurturing environment where students can thrive. The school has been rated as 'good' by Ofsted, highlighting its high expectations for student achievement and well-being.
The academy offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs and interests of its students. With a strong focus on enterprise, Skinners' Academy has achieved notable success, with Key Stage 4 outcomes exceeding national averages. The sixth form is particularly distinguished, ranking in the top 10% nationally for student progress, and many graduates proceed to prestigious universities.
Skinners' Academy is committed to being an integral part of the local community, providing a safe and nurturing environment where students can thrive. The school has been rated as 'good' by Ofsted, highlighting its high expectations for student achievement and well-being.
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- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Arrangements (other)
- Sixth Form Admissions & Appeals (other)
Key details
- LA
- Hackney
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SKINNERS' ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1150
- Pupils
- 987
- Boys
- 539
- Girls
- 448
- FSM %
- 58.20
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 987 | 539 | 448 | 1150 | 58.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1045 | 570 | 475 | 1150 | 50.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1052 | 567 | 485 | 1150 | 41.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1052 | 567 | 485 | 1150 | 41.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1035 | 549 | 486 | 1150 | 35.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1031 | 542 | 489 | 1150 | 34.60 |
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