Kingsbury High School
London, NW9 9JR · Brent · secondary school
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11th of 16 secondary schools in Brent 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 — 8.0/10 against 643 of them, against 6.3/10 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 | 45.5 · 51 | 30% | 1.54 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.36 · 76 | 25% | 1.91 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 48.7 · 64 | 10% | 0.64 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kingsbury High School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in March 2024. In 2024/25, 43.9% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.3, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.36 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 (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh, Sports Leaders UK Level 3, Debating Society, and Young Enterprise. Sports include netball, football, rugby, hockey, handball, rocketball, tchoukball, and dodgeball. Dance and gymnastics are available, alongside residential visits.
Getting in
The published school roll is 2,001 pupils against a stated capacity of 2,050. 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 maintain their progress from Key Stage 2? What specific support is available for students aiming for higher grades in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about Kingsbury High School
Overview
Kingsbury High School continues to be a good school, maintaining a "vibrant, inclusive culture" where pupils succeed. Leaders hold high expectations for all students, fostering an environment where pupils feel "valued and listened to" and enjoy learning. The school is well led, with staff who are supportive and enthusiastic, contributing to high attendance and strong academic outcomes, particularly in the sixth form.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious and well-planned," identifying important knowledge and preparing pupils well for future education or employment.
- Sixth-form students receive an "exceptional educational experience," taught by knowledgeable teachers who deliver complex ideas with clarity.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities benefit from a "personalised approach," with particular strength in provision for hearing-impaired pupils.
- The personal development programme is "comprehensive," effectively supporting pupils’ physical and mental health and teaching them how to keep safe.
- Staff have "excellent subject knowledge" and teach with enthusiasm, while the behaviour policy is well understood, contributing to reduced suspensions.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not consistently identify and address pupils’ misconceptions, allowing errors to persist in work.
- Systems to ensure all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, benefit from extra-curricular opportunities are not fully developed.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 48.6 |
| 2024/25 | 47.3 |
| 2025/26 | 48.7 |
| 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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