Haberdashers' Borough Academy
London, SE1 0EX · Southwark · secondary school
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15th of 19 secondary schools in Southwark we can score, 20 in total — the rest without enough published data. 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 — 7.4/10 against 203 of them, against 5.4/10 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% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 52.7 · 68 | 30% | 2.05 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.23 · 32 | 25% | 0.81 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 49.2 · 67 | 10% | 0.67 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Haberdashers' Borough Academy overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in April 2024. In 2024/25, 42.9% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.23 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a crochet and knitting club, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 983 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,150. 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 to improve their Progress 8 scores? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8? How does the after-school club integrate with the academic curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Haberdashers' Borough Academy
Overview
Haberdashers’ Borough Academy is described as a school with a “strong community at its heart,” where values of kindness and resilience are actively lived out by pupils and staff. The report highlights that leaders have been “highly successful in managing significant challenges,” including site development and an expanding community, resulting in a positive atmosphere where pupils feel safe and supported.
Strengths
- Staff build positive relationships with pupils, ensuring they receive the support needed to be successful.
- The curriculum is “rich” and “broad” for most subjects, with teachers demonstrating strong subject knowledge and helping pupils make connections in their learning.
- Pupils behave well, showing respect for one another, and contribute to school life through an active pupil council.
- Leaders provide access to “enriching experiences,” including visits from artists and scientists, and opportunities for musical performance.
- Pupils are well prepared for their next steps, gaining knowledge about their rights, career opportunities, and community contribution.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the curriculum is “not yet fully embedded,” requiring continued training and support for staff as they refine content and develop expertise.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 48.6 |
| 2024/25 | 47.8 |
| 2025/26 | 49.2 |
| 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
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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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