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Samuel Rhodes MLD School

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Samuel Rhodes MLD School

11 Highbury New Park, London, N5 2EG

Community special school · Ages 11–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Outstanding
Mar 2017

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

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Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

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Basics 9-5
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Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

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National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available46.4
2024/25Not available46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

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National · same year

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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available0.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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Nearby secondary schools

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City of London Academy Highbury Grove
0.09 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
The London Screen Academy
0.43 km away · Free schools 16 to 19
Highbury Fields School
0.49 km away · Community school
Outstanding
North Bridge House Senior Canonbury School
0.56 km away · Other independent school
The Courtyard Islington
0.63 km away · Free schools special
Good

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About Samuel Rhodes MLD School

Samuel Rhodes MLD School is a secondary school in London, Islington. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2017 inspection). The school has around 129 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: 11 Highbury New Park, London, N5 2EG | More schools in Islington

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Samuel Rhodes MLD School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2022 — School remains Outstanding
  2. Mar 2017 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Samuel Rhodes MLD School

What is Samuel Rhodes MLD School's Ofsted rating?
Samuel Rhodes MLD School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.
Where is Samuel Rhodes MLD School located?
Samuel Rhodes MLD School is a secondary school in London, Islington (N5 2EG).
How many pupils attend Samuel Rhodes MLD School?
Samuel Rhodes MLD School has around 129 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Samuel Rhodes MLD School with other schools?
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