The Archer Academy
London, London Borough of Barnet · N2 8GA
Founded in 2013, The Archer Academy is a relatively young mixed state school in the London Borough of Barnet that has already earned an Outstanding judgement from Ofsted for its leadership. With around 809 pupils, it sits comfortably in the medium-size band, and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 17 is in line with what families would expect from the state sector. Around 16 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a school used to accommodating a range of learning needs. Entry at 11 is available, and the school operates a strict policy against smartphones and camera phones.
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- state school
- Pupils
- 809
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17
- Location
- London, London Borough of Barnet
Headteacher
Head Lucy Harrison
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GCSE grade 9-7
35%
Teaching & academics
More than a third of GCSE grades fall in the top 9-7 band, a solid result for a comprehensive intake. The curriculum is broad, spanning the core sciences, humanities such as History and Geography, and a notable strength in modern languages, with French, Spanish and Polish all in the mix. Creative subjects including Drama & Theatre Studies and Dance also feature among popular choices, and alongside GCSEs the school offers BTEC qualifications.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 16.32%
- EHC plans
- 5.93%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Team sport is a clear part of life here, with netball, football, hockey, athletics and cricket all on offer. The breadth of these activities gives pupils plenty of scope to compete and train across the seasons.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 2013
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
No smartphones or phones with cameras allowed
Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 15 January 2025
The last word
An Outstanding-led, no-phones school with genuine breadth in languages and the arts - a strong fit for families who value structure alongside a rounded curriculum.
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The Archer Academy 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Archer Academy located?
The Archer Academy is located at London, N2 8GA.
What type of school is The Archer Academy?
The Archer Academy is a state-funded school.
How many pupils attend The Archer Academy?
The Archer Academy has approximately 809 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.