The Bridge School
URN: 143217 • London N7 9LD
Overview
- Name
- The Bridge School
- URN
- 143217
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BRIDGE MAT LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 65.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stephen Chatterjee (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02076191000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 251 Hungerford Road, London N7 9LD
Summary
The Bridge School, located in Islington, London, is an academy special converter that caters to a diverse group of 255 pupils, primarily those with severe learning difficulties and/or autism. The school operates across two sites, offering tailored educational experiences for both primary and secondary students. With a strong commitment to inclusivity, The Bridge School aims to place every child at the heart of its educational approach.
The school is part of The Bridge Trust, which encompasses a family of five special schools and additional training and outreach services. The ethos of the school is built around values such as pride, passion, partnership, professionalism, and positivity, which guide interactions with students, parents, and staff. The curriculum is designed to be innovative and integrated, focusing on improving the lives of children and young people through specialised teaching methods.
With a significant percentage of pupils (66.5%) eligible for free school meals, The Bridge School is deeply embedded in its community, striving to provide support and resources that meet the needs of its diverse student population. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various outreach initiatives and regular communication.
The school is part of The Bridge Trust, which encompasses a family of five special schools and additional training and outreach services. The ethos of the school is built around values such as pride, passion, partnership, professionalism, and positivity, which guide interactions with students, parents, and staff. The curriculum is designed to be innovative and integrated, focusing on improving the lives of children and young people through specialised teaching methods.
With a significant percentage of pupils (66.5%) eligible for free school meals, The Bridge School is deeply embedded in its community, striving to provide support and resources that meet the needs of its diverse student population. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various outreach initiatives and regular communication.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- GDPR (download)
- Home (other)
- Leadership (other)
- Trust Reporting (other)
- Bridge Charity (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Our Work in Action (other)
- Outreach (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Islington
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BRIDGE MAT LTD
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 255
- Boys
- 190
- Girls
- 65
- FSM %
- 66.50
- Open date
- 2017-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-12-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 255 | 190 | 65 | 66.50 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 246 | 182 | 64 | 62.10 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 231 | 180 | 51 | 66.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 231 | 180 | 51 | 66.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 207 | 163 | 44 | 60.70 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 202 | 163 | 39 | 54.00 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.