The UCL Academy
Camden, NW3 3AQ · Camden · secondary school
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6th of 10 secondary schools in Camden 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 — 6.8/10 against 335 of them, against 4.5/10 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 | 45.1 · 50 | 30% | 1.50 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.16 · 38 | 25% | 0.95 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 45.8 · 49 | 10% | 0.49 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The UCL Academy overview
How it's doing
The school is rated Good by Ofsted, inspected in 2024-06. In 2024/25, 46.1% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 45.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.16 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than nationally matched peers. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs for football, basketball, table tennis, athletics, cheerleading, trampolining, fitness, and boxing, alongside trips to galleries or museums.
Getting in
The published school roll is 972 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 for higher grades in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about The UCL Academy
Overview
The UCL Academy is described as an "inclusive and welcoming school" with "high aspirations" for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Leaders have established a "rich and relevant curriculum" that is "logically set out," resulting in pupils achieving well in public examinations, particularly in English and mathematics.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with "important subject knowledge taught in a coherent sequence" to develop deeper understanding.
- Staff identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities with "precision" and quickly implement "effective support."
- Pupils benefit from a "wide range of extra-curricular activities" and feel "safe at school" with trusted adults available.
- The sixth form provides "strong support" for students’ academic and personal development, preparing them well for future stages.
- Governors have a "strong understanding" of the school and balance improvement duties with staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- The new behaviour policy is not always implemented consistently, leading to some pupils being "off task" or displaying conduct that is not "calm and orderly."
- Teaching does not always identify and address pupils’ misconceptions with "enough rigour and accuracy," leaving gaps in knowledge.
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 | 46.6 |
| 2024/25 | 45.9 |
| 2025/26 | 45.8 |
| 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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