Centre Academy London
Centre Academy London is an independent special school in Wandsworth for pupils aged 11 to 19. It has 48 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Centre Academy London is Inadequate, from an inspection in November 2023. In 2024 its average Attainment 8 score was 13.2, and 21% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: November 2023. GCSE results: 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 92 St John's Hill Battersea London SW11 1SH |
| Phone | 02077382344 |
| Reference Number | 101175 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 48 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 60.42%
Girls: 39.58% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Centre Academy London has shown significant improvement since its last inspection in November 2022, where it was deemed inadequate. The school has successfully addressed all previously unmet independent school standards, particularly in the areas of quality of education, welfare, health, and safety of pupils. Leaders have redesigned the curriculum to offer a broader range of subjects and qualifications, and have significantly enhanced the careers provision, ensuring pupils are better prepared for their future pathways. The school’s new leadership and management strategies demonstrate a commitment to sustained improvement.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Inadequate |
| Last Report Date | 20 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Sep 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 22 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 May 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 Feb 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Nov 2008 | Light touch inspection |
| 31 Jan 2005 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Has redesigned the curriculum to provide a broad range of subjects for students in Years 7 to 11.
- Introduced a phonics programme that effectively supports pupils' reading needs.
- Expanded career education and work placement opportunities for pupils.
- Implemented a new assessment system to better understand pupils' starting points and needs.
- Established clear expectations for curriculum planning and lesson organization.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 13.2 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 21.4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 21.4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 4.2% of pupils at Centre Academy London were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 95.8% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Centre Academy London's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Centre Academy London is Inadequate, from an inspection in November 2023.
When was Centre Academy London last inspected by Ofsted?
Centre Academy London was last inspected in November 2023.
How many pupils does Centre Academy London have?
Centre Academy London has 48 pupils on roll.
What age range does Centre Academy London cover?
Centre Academy London for pupils aged 11 to 19.
What are Centre Academy London's GCSE results?
In 2024 its average Attainment 8 score was 13.2, and 21% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Centre Academy London?
Centre Academy London is at 92 St John's Hill, Battersea, London, SW11 1SH.
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