Alexandra Park School
Bidwell Gardens, London, N11 2AZOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Alexandra Park School is a secondary school in Haringey for ages 11 to 18. It is one of the 94 schools in Haringey. It ranks 1st of 12 secondary schools in Haringey. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in February 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 28 February 2023, report published 26 April 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Sixth form provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 28 February 2023
Pupils thrive at Alexandra Park School. They are very proud to attend the school. They support the well-being of others and say that everyone is welcome here. Pupils have no concerns about bullying and are kept safe. They know that teachers respond swiftly and effectively to any concerns. Pupils hold many leadership positions throughout the school, including as literacy mentors and buddies. Older pupils act as ambassadors in local primary schools, and sixth-form students are excellent role models for their younger peers. Pupils enjoy working through the ambitious work planned for them. They behave exceptionally well. Staff have very high expectations of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff know their pupils well and provide immense levels of extra support. As a result, pupils achieve well and are fully prepared for their next steps. The school's values are embedded throughout the school and underpin a range of opportunities for pupils to support their community. For example, pupils raise money for local charities. The environment committee works with local groups to improve sustainability. Pupils benefit from a rich range of activities and visits, including those led by sixth-form students. All pupils take part in an annual enrichment day. Staff encourage pupils to take part in an international trip.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
228 pupils in the year group
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
316 students
Average A level grade B-, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
1,888 pupils on roll, with places for 1,290
Schools near Alexandra Park School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unique Children's School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Heartlands High School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 45.4 |
| Fortismere School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 58.1 |
| Focus 1st Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 2.2 |
| Greek Secondary School of London | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- NEW RIVER TRUST
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Michael McKenzie
- Phone
- 02088264880
- Address
- Bidwell Gardens, London, N11 2AZ
- Local authority
- Haringey
- URN
- 137531
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.