Special schoolData as of May 2026

Heron Academy

Heron Road, Herne Hill, London, SE24 0HZ

Academy special sponsor led

Pupils

Ages

11-19

FSM

75.5%

Ofsted

Inadequate

Nov 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

N/A

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

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

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About Heron Academy

Heron Academy is a secondary school in London, Lambeth. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Inadequate (2021 inspection). The school has around 81 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Heron Road, London, SE24 0HZ | More schools in Lambeth

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2022 — Taking effective action towards the removal… (predecessor: The Michael Tippett School)
Jun 2022 — Taking effective action towards the removal… (predecessor: The Michael Tippett School)
Nov 2021 — Inadequate
Nov 2021 — Inadequate (predecessor: The Michael Tippett School)
Sept 2012 — Good (predecessor: The Michael Tippett School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Heron Academy

What is Heron Academy's Ofsted rating?

Heron Academy received a Inadequate rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

Where is Heron Academy located?

Heron Academy is a secondary school in London, Lambeth (SE24 0HZ).

How many pupils attend Heron Academy?

Heron Academy has around 81 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Heron Academy with other schools?

View Heron Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Lambeth.