Fortismere School
London, N10 1NE · Haringey · secondary school
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4th of 12 secondary schools in Haringey we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 693 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.4/10 among them, against 8.9/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.83 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 73.3 · 92 | 30% | 2.77 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.49 · 83 | 25% | 2.09 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 60.9 · 93 | 10% | 0.93 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fortismere School overview
How it's doing
Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2022. In 2024/25, 65.9% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 58.1, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.49 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally starting from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.0 out of 10 among them, against 8.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Debate Society, Mental Health Champions, and Scholars Programme, as well as the Community Choir. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,746 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,655. 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
What specific support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How does the after-school club integrate with the Scholars Programme?
What Ofsted said about Fortismere School
Overview
Fortismere School is judged ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, including the quality of education, behaviour, and leadership. Leaders have established an ‘ambitious curriculum’ with high expectations, resulting in pupils who ‘work hard and do well in public examinations’. The school fosters a strong culture of reading and offers extensive enrichment opportunities, though inconsistencies in teaching practices and behaviour management remain.
Strengths
- Leaders have implemented an ‘ambitious curriculum’ with high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils benefit from a ‘wide range of curriculum enrichment and extra-curricular activities’, such as subject outings, sporting competitions, and specialist clubs.
- There is an ‘established culture of reading’ with effective support provided to help pupils develop fluency and catch up with peers.
- Sixth-form students are encouraged to become ‘independent learners’, developing detailed knowledge and skills through tailored teaching.
- Safeguarding arrangements are ‘effective’, with robust systems to identify at-risk pupils and provide necessary support.
Areas to improve
- Some teachers do not routinely check pupils’ understanding before moving on, leaving ‘gaps in pupils’ learning’ that are not addressed quickly.
- A few staff do not apply the behaviour policy consistently, meaning poor behaviour occasionally disrupts teaching and concentration.
- Some pupils would like more information about vocational routes and apprenticeships as part of their careers education.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, with leaders ensuring staff are trained to report concerns and working with outside agencies to support pupils at risk.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 57.8 |
| 2024/25 | 58.1 |
| 2025/26 | 60.9 |
| 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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