Bishop Douglass School Finchley

URN: 143082 • London N2 0SQ

Overview

Name
Bishop Douglass School Finchley
URN
143082
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE CARDINAL HUME ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Tissot (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
Telephone
02084445211
Website
Visit
Address
Hamilton Road, London N2 0SQ

Summary

Bishop Douglass School Finchley is a mixed secondary academy located in Barnet, London, with a current enrolment of 1,013 students and a capacity of 1,080. As a Catholic institution within the Diocese of Westminster, the school emphasizes strong spiritual and moral values, fostering an inclusive environment that supports both high-achieving students and those with special educational needs.

The school has achieved notable academic success, ranking in the top 3% of schools nationally for progress based on the 2023 GCSE results. With a focus on excellence, Bishop Douglass offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of all learners, including opportunities for extracurricular involvement in areas such as drama, sports, and various clubs.

Bishop Douglass School is committed to building a strong community, with initiatives in place to ensure smooth transitions for new students. The school encourages parental engagement through personal tours and events, reinforcing its dedication to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for all families.

Key details

LA
Barnet
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE CARDINAL HUME ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1080
Pupils
1013
Boys
549
Girls
464
FSM %
26.10
Open date
2016-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1013 549 464 1080 26.10
2024-09-11 1001 540 461 1080 25.10
2023-09-11 898 482 416 1080 22.10
2022-09-11 898 482 416 1080 22.10
2021-09-11 799 417 382 1080 17.80
2020-09-11 746 397 349 1080 14.50

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