The London Screen Academy

Type 16-19 academy / Free schools 16 to 19
Age Range 16-19
Religion Does not apply
Address Highbury Grove
London
N5 2AG
Reference Number 146031

The London Screen Academy has received an outstanding rating across all aspects of its educational provision during its first inspection. The academy, which opened in 2019, uniquely focuses on the creative arts, specifically film and television, and offers students a plethora of industry-related experiences, including masterclasses and work placements. The leadership and governance of the academy are robust, with high expectations set for both students' academic achievements and their professional behavior. The school displays a commitment to inclusivity and the mental well-being of its students, ensuring a supportive learning environment that celebrates diversity.

General Makeup

Number of pupils 863
Boy/Girl ratio Boys: 41.6%
Girls: 58.4%
Percentage of students eligible for free school meals 0%
Percentage of students where English is not their first language 15.2%

Class Sizes

Average size of one teacher classes 20.9

Year Groups

Year Boys Girls Total
12 172 227 399
13 152 222 374

Ethnicities

Ethnicity Percentage
White, British 50.1%
White, Other 11.5%
Mixed, Other 6.4%
African 6%
Caribbean 5.3%
White & Asian 5.1%
White & Black (African) 3.1%
White & Black (Caribbean) 2.7%
Irish 1.5%
Indian 1%
Pakistani 0.5%
Asian, Other 0.3%
Chinese 0.2%

Overall Ofsted Rating Outstanding
 >  Quality of education Outstanding
  >  Behaviour & Attitude Outstanding
  >  Personal Development Outstanding
  >  Leadership & Management Outstanding
Last Report Date 23 May 2023
Date Report
23 May 2023 Full inspection:
22 Feb 2022 Monitoring visit

Strengths

  • Exceptional mentoring support from industry professionals
  • Strong partnerships with industry for student opportunities
  • High-quality career guidance tailored to the film and television industry
  • Effective tracking of student progress with constructive feedback
  • Inclusive community that embraces diversity and equality
  • High standards of behavior and professionalism among students
  • Ambitious and well-designed curriculum preparing students for future careers

Areas for Improvement

  • Tracking of progress towards EHC plan outcomes needs improvement

Points

Points Percentile (local) Percentile (nationwide)
Average Points 36.42
Average Points (best 3) 12.39

Grades

School Local Nationwide
Average Grade B- B- C+
Average Grade (best 3) E+ B- C+
Percentage Percentile (local) Percentile (nationwide)
Students getting AAB or better 0%
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