Hasmonean High School for Boys
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Jewish |
| Address | Holders Hill Road Hendon London NW4 1NA |
| Phone | 02082031411 |
| Reference Number | 137539 |
Hasmonean High School for Boys is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating in all inspected areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth-form provision. The school's strong examination outcomes and a warm, inclusive environment contribute to pupils' enjoyment and sense of community. This inspection marks the school's first routine evaluation since its transition to an academy, highlighting its emphasis on academic achievement while celebrating its Orthodox Jewish character and ensuring respect for diversity.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 772 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 8.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 16.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 138 | Unknown | 138 |
| 8 | 135 | Unknown | 135 |
| 9 | 130 | Unknown | 130 |
| 10 | 99 | Unknown | 99 |
| 11 | 111 | Unknown | 111 |
| 12 | 82 | Unknown | 82 |
| 13 | 77 | Unknown | 77 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 70.7% |
| White, Other | 14.5% |
| Unclassified | 8.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.3% |
| White & Asian | 0.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.1% |
| Asian, Other | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 07 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 21 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 24 Jan 2012 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as Hasmonean High School | |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 09 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Jul 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 03 Jul 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 07 Sep 2004 | Full inspection |
| 07 Sep 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong examination outcomes.
- Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum.
- Effective identification and support for pupils with SEND.
- Varied extracurricular offer including clubs and trips.
- Robust attendance follow-up.
- Strong sixth-form careers provision.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent application of high expectations for behaviour.
- Occasional disruptions to learning due to behaviour.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 56.5 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 73.9% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 73.9% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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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Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 43.12 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 45.35 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B+ | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | A- | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 34% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 18 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 5 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 23 | 7 |
Previous Years
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| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
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| Not in education or employment | |
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20 Tenterden Grove, Hendon, London, NW4 1TD |
0.39 miles |
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0.46 miles |
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0.49 miles |
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0.62 miles |
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0.75 miles |
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