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Hendon School
- Secondary
- Barnet NW4 2HP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils typically achieve well and progress to the sixth form.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are focused in class and enjoy learning.
Qualifications and Training: Typically, teachers are specialists with strong subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers plan for subject content to be taught sequentially.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers need further training to assess pupils鈥� progression effectively.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give opinions or find out about school.
Communication: School communicates through regular safeguarding and progress updates.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are approachable and listen to concerns, making changes where appropriate.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are embedding a new behaviour management approach.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not a big issue; staff resolve incidents quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure regular safeguarding training for staff.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of extra-curricular activities with high participation.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive careers programme starting in Year 7.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Strong support, especially with primary schools for transitions.
Subjects Offered: Broad range of subjects, including four languages in Year 7.
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Hendon School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1254 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 52% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We appreciate you showing an interest in Hendon School. Greetings and thanks for visiting our website. We celebrate the fact that Hendon School is a family, albeit a very large and diverse one. Because of our differences and the way we collaborate, we are stronger. The vision and principles that guide our school community are being developed this year as it moves into a new and exciting stage of its evolution. Explore our mission and values in more detail. At Hendon School, we collaborate with parents, the neighborhood's other schools, as well as schools abroad in South Africa, Japan, and Nepal. We are members of PiXL and SSAT Leading Edge as well as the Compton Teaching Alliance, with whom we collaborate to offer top-notch training opportunities for both new and experienced employees. Our recent honour of being invited to join the Mayors Gold Club, which enables us to share best practises with other London schools, was a great honour. As part of our high participation transition programme and in an effort to enlighten and motivate younger kids, we collaborate closely with the neighbourhood primary schools that serve as feeders. Outstanding School: Hendon We have a strong commitment to educating our youth and partnering with them to provide them with the finest possibilities and prepare them for the next phase of their lives. We look after them and help them reach their full potential. I hope you will take the chance to visit us, regardless of whether you are thinking about enrolling your kid in Hendon School or are interested in working here. I am excited to meet you.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.6 | - | 11.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 52% | 98% | 30% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 9.30% | 35.00% | 5.00% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | 0.22 | 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 | 47.0 | 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 | 52% | 46.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 57.82% | 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 | 44% | 36.76% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 22.88% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 28.18% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.15 | 3.64 | 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 | 95% | 92.13% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 209 | 137 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 89.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 17.27% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 58.93% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 6.2% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.33% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.83% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.7% | 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 49.3 | 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 | 57% | 47.52% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 57.69% | 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 | 50% | 38.63% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% | 23.23% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 27.6% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.44 | 3.67 | 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 | 94% | 92% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 133 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 90.87% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 15.63% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 59.83% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 6.7% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 8.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.23% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.9% | 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 | 47.3 | 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 | 47% 9 | 42.6% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 7 | 54.36% | 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 | 52% | 35.96% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 5 | 22.87% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 6 | 27.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.32 | 3.6 | 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 | 96% | 95.78% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 149 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 93.61% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 17% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 60.35% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 6.65% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.48% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.17% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.04% | 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 | 0.05 | 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 | 44.1 | 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 | 38% 10 | 43.91% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% 11 | 55.69% | 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% | 39.02% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 5 | 23.87% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 29.2% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.92 | 3.68 | 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% | 91.23% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 205 | 156 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 81.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 16.14% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 61% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 4.95% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.45% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.14% | 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 45.4 | 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 | 48% | 38.88% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 50.66% | 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 | 42% | 33.93% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 24.34% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 25.68% | 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 | 94% | 95.81% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 193 | 160 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 23% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 14.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 66.76% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 4.67% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.24% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.43% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.33% | 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 | 29.61 | 33.26 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.14 | 32.53 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.30% | 19% | 13.67% |
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 | 102 | 164 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 66.56% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 2.2% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 10.6% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.36% | 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 | 27.95 | 34.71 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.95 | 34.97 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.8% | 21.91% | 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 | 105 | 184 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 82% | 67.42% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 1.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 3% | 8.83% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 10.33% | 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 | 22.89 6 | 32.01 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.49 7 | 31.8 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.8% | 16.83% | 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 | 90 | 175 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 65.81% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.71% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 11.57% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.1% | 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 | 28.59 3 | 33.57 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.66 3 | 32.74 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.2% | 17.77% | 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 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 12.11% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.84% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 6.58% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 4.58% | 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 | 31.24 | 30.41 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.71 | 29.88 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.8% | 17.32% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 20 | 16.84% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 11.47% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 4.05% | 4.23% |
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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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Hendon School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1