Lilian Baylis Technology School
London, SE11 5QY · Lambeth · secondary school
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6th of 16 secondary schools in Lambeth 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 — 6.2/10 against 182 of them, against 4.0/10 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 | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 37.7 · 32 | 30% | 0.95 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.01 · 51 | 25% | 1.28 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 43.1 · 34 | 10% | 0.34 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lilian Baylis Technology School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 42.6% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 46.3, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.01 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly better than those nationally starting from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Keyboard club, Guitar club, Jam Band, and Musical Theatre club. Sports include Basketball, Rugby, Football, Badminton, Trampolining, Tennis, Athletics, and Softball. Music lessons cover Violin, Piano, Vocals, Guitar, and Drums. Trips include the O2 Academy, Kentish Town Sing, Southbank Centre, West End musicals, and the Royal Festival Hall.
Getting in
The published school roll is 848 pupils against a stated capacity of 900. 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 reach the national median in Attainment 8? What specific support is available for students
What Ofsted said about Lilian Baylis Technology School
Overview
This is a “very happy and caring school” where leaders know pupils and their families well, with one pupil describing it as ‘home.’ The report highlights a “broad and highly ambitious curriculum” that equips pupils with the knowledge and skills needed for their next steps, ensuring all students “excel and flourish.”
Strengths
- Leaders provide a curriculum with breadth that “far exceeds the expectations of the national curriculum,” including extensive Shakespeare study in early years and a wide range of sixth-form options.
- Teachers are “highly skilled subject experts” who ensure pupils revisit prior learning and use purposeful checks to address misconceptions immediately.
- Pupils demonstrate “exceptional” behaviour, are “kind and courteous to each other,” and respect differences, with leaders acting quickly to resolve any bullying.
- The school offers “extensive personal development” opportunities, including charity events, extra-curricular clubs, and community engagement like setting up a food bank.
- Leaders provide “intensive support” and carefully planned adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they access the same ambitious curriculum.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders being “acutely aware of local safeguarding risks” and ensuring staff training is up to date.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 45.9 |
| 2024/25 | 46.3 |
| 2025/26 | 43.1 |
| 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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