City of London Academy Islington
City of London Academy Islington is a secondary located in Islington, N1 8PQ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Outstanding. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 905 pupils on roll.
City of London Academy Islington is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Islington
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 805
Number of Pupils: 905
Number of Boys: 505
Number of Girls: 400
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 62.5
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-28
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: Outstanding
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2019-04-04
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Glees
Phone: 02072268611
Website: www.colai.org.uk
Location: Prebend Street, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about City of London Academy Islington
What is the Ofsted rating of City of London Academy Islington?
City of London Academy Islington has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does City of London Academy Islington admit?
City of London Academy Islington admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is City of London Academy Islington a boys', girls', or mixed school?
City of London Academy Islington is a mixed school.
What type of school is City of London Academy Islington?
City of London Academy Islington is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near City of London Academy Islington?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around City of London Academy Islington on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near City of London Academy Islington?
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