Finchley and Acton Yochien School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 2-6 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 6 Hendon Avenue Finchley London N3 1UE |
| Reference Number | 131128 |
Finchley and Acton Yochien School has made significant improvements since its last inspection, moving from an inadequate rating to a good overall effectiveness. The school now offers a strong educational experience for its pupils through high expectations, excellent behavior, and a supportive learning environment. Pupils enjoy coming to school, where they feel safe and well cared for, and they are actively engaged in their learning in both Japanese and English. Leadership has been proactive in identifying areas for improvement and ensuring that all pupils receive the support they need to thrive academically and personally.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 84 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.19%
Girls: 48.81% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 15 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 15 Jul 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Oct 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 01 May 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 03 Oct 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Jul 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Oct 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Jun 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Apr 2013 | Monitoring inspection |
| 21 Sep 2012 | Monitoring inspection |
| 19 Jan 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Jul 2010 | Monitoring inspection |
| 28 Jan 2010 | Monitoring inspection |
| 30 Sep 2008 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils display excellent behavior and respect towards others.
- Strong support for pupils' academic achievement, particularly in early mathematics and phonics.
- An engaging curriculum that includes cultural celebrations and promotes a love of reading.
- Effective safeguarding measures are in place.
- Strong leadership focused on continuous improvement and staff development.
Areas for Improvement
- Key knowledge in some subjects is not clearly defined, limiting depth of understanding.
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