“At the heart of leadership is a determination to ensure that every pupil receives the education they deserve. Nothing but the best will do.”
Ofsted 2019
The Archer Academy is an Ofsted outstanding, mixed, non-selective secondary school, based across two sites in London’s East Finchley. It was founded in 2013, and is built on a threefold vision: Realising potential. Inspiring creativity. Engaging with our community.
The school is home to 810 students in years 7 to 11, and has partnerships with two sixth form colleges, Woodhouse College and Barnet & Southgate College. It specialises in Maths and English, and sits within the top 10% of schools for GSCE results.
As well as delivering an ambitious, aspirational curriculum, the school offers a twice weekly enrichment programme and is known for its excellence in Creative and Performing Arts.
In 2019, the school was graded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted, with comments including:
Leadership is exceptional. The headteacher’s clear, unwavering vision focuses on supporting pupils’ high achievement across the curriculum. Leaders at all levels are very skilled.
Pupils make outstanding progress and reach high standards. They also develop into well-rounded individuals by adopting the ‘Archer Way’. Pupils have a thirst for learning and are committed to their education.
Leaders, staff and pupils work together to make the school a harmonious community. Pupils are friendly, articulate and self-confident. They talked to inspectors about their school with great pride. Their behaviour as they move around the building and in lessons is exemplary.
Read the Ofsted report here: https://thearcheracademy.org.uk/ofsted/