The New North Academy

URN: 137393 • London N1 8SJ

Overview

Name
The New North Academy
URN
137393
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNING IN HARMONY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
43.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ffion Evans (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02077043900
Website
Visit
Address
32 Popham Road, London N1 8SJ

Summary

The New North Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Islington, London, with a current enrolment of 169 pupils and a capacity of 315. As part of the Learning in Harmony Trust, the school is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to become ambitious and engaged learners. The academy aims to provide exceptional educational outcomes for all students, fostering resilience, self-discipline, and confidence.

The curriculum at The New North Academy is broad and designed to celebrate diversity, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. The school has received a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted, highlighting the friendly atmosphere created by staff and the commitment to high educational standards through both traditional and creative teaching approaches.

The school day begins at 8.40 am, allowing children time to prepare for their lessons with a welcome activity before registration at 9 am. The academy emphasizes collaboration between staff and parents to provide the best opportunities for students, promoting a community-focused ethos that prioritises learning and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Islington
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNING IN HARMONY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
315
Pupils
169
Boys
90
Girls
79
FSM %
67.70
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-10-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 169 90 79 315 67.70
2024-09-11 212 112 100 315 51.20
2023-09-11 239 125 114 315 58.40
2022-09-11 239 125 114 315 58.40
2021-09-11 281 135 146 420 56.70
2020-09-11 312 156 156 420 32.40

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