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Harris Lowe Academy Willesden

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Harris Lowe Academy Willesden

Doyle Gardens, Willesden, London, NW10 3ST

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–18 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Nov 2024

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

Academic picture

41.5school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

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

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
41.5
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
18.1%
Basics 9-5
40.1%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

41.5

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2341.146.4
2023/2446.946.4
2024/2541.546.0

Learning progress

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

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.150.00
2023/24+0.230.00
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.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
48.8%
EBacc APS
3.92
EBacc 9-5
17.4%
EBacc 9-4
29.7%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
35.24
A*-A Grades
22.6%
A*-B Grades
51.8%
AAB+ %
13.6%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 110 students entered

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Nearby secondary schools

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Newman Catholic College
0.35 km away · Voluntary aided school
Good
Roundwood School and Community Centre
0.41 km away · Free schools alternative provision
Requires improvement
Saint Claudine's Catholic School for Girls
0.82 km away · Academy converter
Good
Queens Park Community School
1.13 km away · Academy converter
Good
The Avenue School
1.13 km away · Free schools special
Outstanding

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About Harris Lowe Academy Willesden

Harris Lowe Academy Willesden is a secondary school in London, Brent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 164 responses), 77% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.5. The school has around 1,120 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Doyle Gardens, London, NW10 3ST | More schools in Brent

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Harris Lowe Academy Willesden, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2024 — Good
  2. Nov 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Harris Lowe Academy Willesden

What is Harris Lowe Academy Willesden's Ofsted rating?
Harris Lowe Academy Willesden received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What do parents say about Harris Lowe Academy Willesden?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 164 responses): 77% of parents would recommend Harris Lowe Academy Willesden.
What are Harris Lowe Academy Willesden's latest exam results?
Harris Lowe Academy Willesden: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.5. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Harris Lowe Academy Willesden located?
Harris Lowe Academy Willesden is a secondary school in London, Brent (NW10 3ST).
How many pupils attend Harris Lowe Academy Willesden?
Harris Lowe Academy Willesden has around 1,120 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Harris Lowe Academy Willesden with other schools?
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