Platanos College
URN: 136450 • London SW9 0AL
Overview
- Name
- Platanos College
- URN
- 136450
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE PLATANOS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Judette Tapper (since 2021) , Headteacher
- Previous head
- Mona Taybi, Headteacher
- Telephone
- 07971083782
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Clapham Road, London SW9 0AL
Summary
Platanos College is a mixed secondary academy located in Lambeth, London, with a current enrolment of 916 pupils and a capacity of 1,000. The school is committed to providing an outstanding education for students of all abilities, fostering a disciplined and focused learning environment. The ethos of the college is encapsulated in its motto, "attitude determines altitude," which reflects its dedication to preparing students for future success and responsible citizenship.
The curriculum at Platanos College is broad and inclusive, covering essential subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and Modern Foreign Languages, alongside creative and practical disciplines like Art, Drama, and Business Studies. The school emphasizes the importance of personal development through PSHE and RE, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary for lifelong learning and personal growth.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (56.3%), Platanos College actively supports its diverse community, ensuring that all students have access to quality education and resources. The school regularly hosts open evenings for prospective students and their families, fostering a welcoming environment for new entrants.
The curriculum at Platanos College is broad and inclusive, covering essential subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and Modern Foreign Languages, alongside creative and practical disciplines like Art, Drama, and Business Studies. The school emphasizes the importance of personal development through PSHE and RE, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary for lifelong learning and personal growth.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (56.3%), Platanos College actively supports its diverse community, ensuring that all students have access to quality education and resources. The school regularly hosts open evenings for prospective students and their families, fostering a welcoming environment for new entrants.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- View All (calendar)
- Key Dates (calendar)
- Prospectus Download our prospectus (download)
- Admissions Consultation 2018 (other)
- Admissions Policy (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
- Lambeth
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE PLATANOS TRUST
- Capacity
- 1000
- Pupils
- 916
- Boys
- 468
- Girls
- 448
- FSM %
- 56.30
- Open date
- 2011-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 916 | 468 | 448 | 1000 | 56.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 856 | 423 | 433 | 1000 | 58.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 899 | 456 | 443 | 1000 | 58.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 899 | 456 | 443 | 1000 | 58.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 955 | 492 | 463 | 1000 | 60.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1002 | 520 | 482 | 1000 | 51.80 |
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