Tiferes High School
Tiferes High School is an independent school in Barnet for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 137 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Tiferes High School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in September 2024. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 55.1, and 61% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: September 2024. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | The Community Centre 18 Raleigh Close Hendon London NW4 2TA |
| Phone | 02082038618 |
| Reference Number | 131403 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 137 |
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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Tiferes High School is currently rated as requiring improvement overall, following its latest inspection. The school has notable strengths in providing a supportive and nurturing environment that fosters pupil happiness and engagement. Staff demonstrate commitment to pupils' care and safety, and there are strong community ties within the school, evidenced by vibrant events and peer support initiatives. However, concerns have been raised regarding the quality of education provided, particularly in ensuring depth and breadth in certain subject areas, and the utilization of strategies for supporting students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Moreover, the school's personal, social, health, and economic education (PSHE) curriculum does not fully meet statutory requirements, highlighting areas for significant improvement.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 25 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Jun 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Nov 2022 | Additional inspection |
| 09 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Dec 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 12 Sep 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 05 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Nov 2014 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 May 2011 | Light touch inspection |
| 12 Mar 2008 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong support and care provided by staff
- Nurturing school environment where students feel happy
- Community-oriented events foster strong relationships
- Good planning and delivery of a broad range of subjects
- Effective careers program providing impartial guidance
Areas for Improvement
- Limited depth in subject content in some areas
- Inconsistent use of strategies to support pupils with SEND
- PSHE and relationships education do not cover required content
- Governance has not fully addressed areas for improvement from previous inspections
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2021. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 14 | 20 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 40 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 11 | 23 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 40 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 11 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 40 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 23 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 4 | 17 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 40 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 6 | 13 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 15 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 40 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 14 | 21 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 40 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 9 | 21 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 40 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 17 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 15 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 40 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 14 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 40 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 31 | 9 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 55.1 | 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 | 61.1% | 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) | 83.3% | 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, 5.1% of pupils at Tiferes High School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 2.2% 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 Tiferes High School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Tiferes High School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in September 2024.
When was Tiferes High School last inspected by Ofsted?
Tiferes High School was last inspected in September 2024.
How many pupils does Tiferes High School have?
Tiferes High School has 137 pupils on roll.
What age range does Tiferes High School cover?
Tiferes High School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Tiferes High School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 55.1, and 61% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Tiferes High School?
Tiferes High School is at The Community Centre, 18 Raleigh Close, Hendon, London, NW4 2TA.