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Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy
- Secondary
- Lewisham BR1 5EB
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well in nearly all subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is good, but some secondary pupils can be boisterous in corridors.
Qualifications and Training: Subject knowledge is secure and teachers use professional development opportunities effectively.
Current Educational Practices: Staff are kept current through regular training and trust-wide collaboration.
Strengths and Challenges: High expectations and positive relationships with students; inconsistency in secondary teaching.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can send 'wow' notes about their child's achievements.
Communication: Regular communication includes updates on progress and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Several parents expressed concerns about behaviour, despite improvements.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Senior leaders leave no stone unturned to support vulnerable pupils.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Clear, decisive action plans lead to unmistakable improvements.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Very little bullying, confident it would be dealt with quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff are highly committed to improving life chances for all pupils.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of sports and clubs available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Extra support provided in subjects like Maths and English.
Outdoor Facilities: Outside space in early years needs improvement.
Career Counselling Services: Strong careers education and advice from Year 7 onwards.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Effective support for university applications; rising proportion going to top universities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective teaching and high-quality support result in improved achievements.
Subjects Offered: Broad range of subjects including music, drama, and various GCSE courses.
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About Us
Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1191 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
At this school, 37% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B+
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.7 | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 37% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 2.30% | 35.00% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 108 5 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 40% 3 | 60.69% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 6 | 8.67% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.4 | Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 2 | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 2 | 92 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 43% 3 | 60.62% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 9.86% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 101 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 94 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 46% | 57.43% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.7% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.8 | Below Average |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.10 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 44.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% | 23.26% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 32.53% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 72% | 26.32% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 8.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 12.47% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.20 | 2.47 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 93% | 93.92% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 190 | 123 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 91% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 21.54% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 35% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 15.92% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 18.69% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.77% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.08% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.04 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 44.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 39% | 25.89% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 35.94% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 72% | 26.17% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 11.28% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% | 16.11% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.18 | 2.55 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 96.33% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 118 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 95.5% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 20.17% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 35.17% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 19.25% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 20.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.33% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.12 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 45.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% 2 | 21.73% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 1 | 33.2% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 49% | 21.93% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 3 | 7.8% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 2 | 11.53% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.13 | 2.26 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 93% | 93.82% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 91.09% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 20.18% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 38.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 12.73% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 20% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.82% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.21 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 46.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 39% 14 | 24.6% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 6 | 36.47% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 49% | 24.87% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 3 | 8.67% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% 11 | 14% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.23 | 2.52 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 92.09% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 128 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 74.64% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 20.18% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 35.27% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.82% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.27% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.18% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.36% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.48 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 25% | 22.5% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 36% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 46% | 21.79% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 11.36% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 13.07% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 82.82% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 173 | 117 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 33.82% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 20.55% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 28.27% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 12.45% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.36% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.27% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.55% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 22.42 | 30.28 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.79 | 30.25 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.30% | 14.12% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 89 | 208 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 74% | 71.43% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 1.57% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 13.14% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 9.71% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 26.83 | 36.72 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.73 | 36.54 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.9% | 13.91% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 49 | 296 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 71.83% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 9.67% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 10% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 18.83 6 | 32.08 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.19 3 | 29.04 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.59% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 54 | 339 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 57.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.33% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 19% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 19% | 12.17% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 24.12 6 | 33.1 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.30 1 | 29.37 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 14.09% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 28.83% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 2% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 6.83% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.17% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 18.2 | 29.34 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.33 | 29.24 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.42% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 13 | 30% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 3.14% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 13.43% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 7.57% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
13 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1