Focus 1st Academy
School summary
Focus 1st Academy is a small independent school in Enfield, north London, with around 74 pupils on roll. Its intimate scale is one of its defining features, allowing for close attention to each child within a mixed, non-denominational setting. Headed by Ms Marina Savva, the school takes pupils from age 11 and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. Notably, close to two in five pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a community geared towards individual learning needs.
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Teaching & academics
Teaching leads to GCSE qualifications, with Mathematics and English Language among the most popular subjects taken. The school's small size means class groups are likely to be modest, which can suit pupils who benefit from a more personal, structured approach. With a high proportion of pupils on SEN support, the academic culture appears attentive to a range of learning profiles.
Popular GCSE subjects
Head · Ms Marina Savva
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 39.19%
- EHC plans
- 60.81%
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A small, supportive independent school in Enfield where personal attention and individual learning needs sit at the heart of daily life.
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Focus 1st Academy 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.