Beacon High
Beacon High is a secondary located in Islington, N7 0JG. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 417 pupils on roll.
Beacon High is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a community school.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Community school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Islington
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 600
Number of Pupils: 417
Number of Boys: 232
Number of Girls: 185
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 65.9
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-06
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-01-22
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Streeter
Phone: 02076075885
Website: http://www.beaconhigh.org
Location: Hilldrop Road, Islington
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Beacon High
What is the Ofsted rating of Beacon High?
Beacon High has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Beacon High admit?
Beacon High admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Beacon High a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Beacon High is a mixed school.
What type of school is Beacon High?
Beacon High is a community school offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Beacon High?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Beacon High on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Beacon High?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Beacon High in Islington. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
