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Kingsbury High School
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- Brent NW9 9JR
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: Improved progress made by students in key stages 4 and 5.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Generally very good, though low-level disruption sometimes interrupts lessons.
Qualifications and Training: Staff are supported to improve teaching practices, particularly in applied courses.
Current Educational Practices: A new assessment policy ensures consistent quality of feedback across subjects.
Strengths and Challenges: Effective teaching is improving progress; some variability remains, particularly in mathematics.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents participate actively through surveys and support school events.
Communication: The school communicates well using various platforms.
Parent Satisfaction: The large majority confirm pupils are safe and happy at school.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Implemented strategies for improved academic performance and teacher training.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are in the process of improving behavior systems to handle disruptions better.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are robust and fit for purpose.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Majority feel safe; however, a better response to bullying is needed.
Extracurricular Offerings: Support for study through revision materials and Saturday classes.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Priority access for disadvantaged pupils supports balanced engagement.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Leaders are focusing on bringing applied course quality to match A-level standards.
Career Counselling Services: Support provided to ensure improved student outcomes in applied courses.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Focused support from staff members to improve SEND student engagement.
Subjects Offered: A broad range of subjects including practical and arts subjects offered to all pupils.
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Kingsbury High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 2008 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 46% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to the Kingsbury High School website. I hope you find it informative and that it gives a snapshot of the exciting things happening at the school.
Since joining as Headteacher in the summer I have enjoyed getting to know Kingsbury High School and meeting staff, students, parents and governors. It is a school with many strengths and a long history of success. There is a keen understanding of the importance of values and a sense of tradition, encapsulated by the School motto, spectemur agendo. It dates back to the founding of our predecessor school, the Kingsbury County, in the 1920s and it is Latin for, "let us be judged by our actions". As Headteacher I will seek to lead the school with this at the heart.
Students at Kingsbury High School gain excellent examination results in both GCSE and across the Sixth Form and Ofsted recently rated the school as "good". Equally, the school is very proud of the way it has achieved these outcomes and the rounded education it offers to its students. We recognise our place in the community and are a key part of the partnership, Kingsbury Schools Together.
A great school is a combination of different things. We are equally proud of the many opportunities we provide for our students beyond the curriculum and how we develop students as individuals ready for adult life. The way we are as a school is expressed through our PRIDE values:
Personal Excellence
Respect and Friendship
Inspiration
Determination and Courage
Equality
Through these, we aim to combine both academic success and the development of the broader aspects of each student's character.
I hope that whatever the reason you have chosen to look at our website, as a member of the school community, a prospective parent, student or member of staff, or are simply taking an interest from afar, you find what you are looking for.
Having, until recently, only experienced Kingsbury High School as a visitor I am able to say how welcoming and positive the students, governors and staff are and I can now encourage you to visit to see for yourself.
Alex Thomas
Headteacher
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Since joining as Headteacher in the summer I have enjoyed getting to know Kingsbury High School and meeting staff, students, parents and governors. It is a school with many strengths and a long history of success. There is a keen understanding of the importance of values and a sense of tradition, encapsulated by the School motto, spectemur agendo. It dates back to the founding of our predecessor school, the Kingsbury County, in the 1920s and it is Latin for, "let us be judged by our actions". As Headteacher I will seek to lead the school with this at the heart.
Students at Kingsbury High School gain excellent examination results in both GCSE and across the Sixth Form and Ofsted recently rated the school as "good". Equally, the school is very proud of the way it has achieved these outcomes and the rounded education it offers to its students. We recognise our place in the community and are a key part of the partnership, Kingsbury Schools Together.
A great school is a combination of different things. We are equally proud of the many opportunities we provide for our students beyond the curriculum and how we develop students as individuals ready for adult life. The way we are as a school is expressed through our PRIDE values:
Personal Excellence
Respect and Friendship
Inspiration
Determination and Courage
Equality
Through these, we aim to combine both academic success and the development of the broader aspects of each student's character.
I hope that whatever the reason you have chosen to look at our website, as a member of the school community, a prospective parent, student or member of staff, or are simply taking an interest from afar, you find what you are looking for.
Having, until recently, only experienced Kingsbury High School as a visitor I am able to say how welcoming and positive the students, governors and staff are and I can now encourage you to visit to see for yourself.
Alex Thomas
Headteacher
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.4 | - | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 46% | 98% | 66% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 25.50% | 35.00% | 21.70% |
| 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 | 0.48 | 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 | 48.6 | 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 | 46% | 45.28% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 57.28% | 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 | 87% | 53.04% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 22.56% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% | 29.2% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.54 | 3.79 | 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 | 97% | 96.35% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 331 | 186 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 94.71% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 20.59% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 54.71% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 7.59% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 11.71% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.59% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.24% | 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 49.2 | 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 | 51% | 49.48% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 59.96% | 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 | 63% | 49.92% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 26.84% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 34.12% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.66 | 4.01 | 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% | 95.82% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 329 | 181 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 95.06% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 19.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 55.35% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 8.59% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 11.41% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.24% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 0.47% | 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 | 0.26 | 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 | 46.8 | 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 | 44% 2 | 45.64% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 4 | 60.55% | 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 | 72% | 50.95% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% 5 | 23.32% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% 2 | 32.95% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.39 | 4.03 | 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% | 94.6% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 313 | 192 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 93.4% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 25.73% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 52.67% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 7.73% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 7.27% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.67% | 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 | 0.23 | 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 | 45.5 | 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 | 42% 5 | 42.86% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 2 | 56.64% | 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 | 70% | 52.32% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% 12 | 24.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% | 33.36% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.45 | 3.77 | 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% | 94% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 316 | 201 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 92.67% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 25.27% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 52.53% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.87% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.87% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.07% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.2% | 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 | 0.37 | 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 | 49.5 | 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% | 44.86% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 57.62% | 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 | 69% | 47.14% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 30.1% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% | 32.33% | 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 | 97% | 94% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 310 | 199 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 24.27% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 23.27% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 54.47% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 3.13% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.93% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.6% | 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 | 39.56 | 29.3 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.91 | 29.53 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.50% | 16.09% | 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 | 180 | 105 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 82% | 74.2% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 1.93% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 3% | 9.2% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.93% | 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 | 39.22 | 32.65 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.2 | 29.96 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.4% | 19.75% | 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 | 177 | 115 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 82% | 72.79% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 1.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 3% | 5.14% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.79% | 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 | 30.47 3 | 27.46 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.83 1 | 27.66 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.6% | 10.86% | 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 | 158 | 108 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 85% | 74.86% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 2.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 3% | 8.86% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 6.79% | 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 | 33.36 1 | 26.58 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.25 1 | 28.52 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.3% | 10.48% | 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 | 47 | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 9 | 5.38% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.62% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 5.38% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 2.85% | 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 | 32.49 | 26.44 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.47 | 29.03 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.6% | 12.97% | 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 | 16 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 25 | 10.46% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 1.23% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 10.77% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 3.62% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Kingsbury High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
