City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park
London, N1 5JU · Hackney · secondary school
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4th of 16 secondary schools in Hackney we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.5/10 against 188 of them, against 8.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 56.5 · 76 | 46% | 3.51 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.68 · 90 | 38% | 3.47 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 50.9 · 74 | 15% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 54.3, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.68 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs such as Origami, Music Production, and Chess. Sports include Boxing, Rugby, and Basketball. Arts and music options cover Calligraphy, Musical Theatre Production, and Sound Engineers & Event Management. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 914 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,140. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in transitioning from primary to secondary education? What specific support is available for students aiming for higher grades in English and maths? How are the various clubs and sports scheduled to ensure students can participate in their preferred activities?
What Ofsted said about City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park
Overview
The inspection describes a school where pupils are “eager to learn” and display “remarkable maturity” within a “warm/strict” ethos. Leaders have designed an “exceptionally ambitious and forward-thinking curriculum” that consistently delivers outstanding outcomes, particularly for disadvantaged pupils. The report highlights a culture of high expectations, effective teaching, and robust personal development.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “exceptionally ambitious,” exceeding national expectations and nurturing pupils’ “cultural capital” through initiatives like ‘Subject Enrichment Weeks’.
- Pupils achieve “exceptionally strong” examination results, with disadvantaged pupils outperforming their national peers.
- Staff are “true experts” who receive high-quality training, ensuring teaching remains “dynamic, effective and engaging.”
- The school provides “exemplary support” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enabling them to “excel and flourish.”
- Sixth-form students demonstrate “exceptionally high standards of work” and progress to prestigious universities and career pathways.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 58.9 |
| 2024/25 | 54.3 |
| 2025/26 | 50.9 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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