Robert Blair School and Children's Centre

A good community school school in Islington. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Robert Blair School and Children's Centre.

London, N79QJ Ofsted: Good Age 0-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
44.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 52.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 4.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
9 May 2019
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Brewery Road
Islington
London, N79QJ
Phone
2076074115
Website
robertblairschool.com

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
100422
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Brewery Road, Islington, London, N7 9QJ
Website
http://www.robertblairschool.com
Age range
0-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
251 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
223
Free School Meals
43.1% (96 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
7.6% (17 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
20.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
52.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
4.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
103.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 105.0
2023 105.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
10 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
19
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
223 pupils
0-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

We care for each other and work together. Every pupil leaves Robert Blair ‘Year 7 ready’ by demonstrating strength in national and cultural identity, aspiration, positive choices and opportunities to be the best they can be; active citizenship for a strong civil society; tolerance, empathy and acceptance of diversity. Respect for others is central to our vision, with values of empathy, inclusiveness, friendship, fairness, embracing diversity and valuing learning; Habits of Mind frame attitudes towards learning; integrity and positivity as core values.

Religious Education is taught using the London Borough of Islington Agreed Syllabus (2017-2022). It is multi-faith, with Christianity as the central focus but includes Judaism, Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, Humanism and Atheism. The syllabus has three strands: Believing, Expressing and Living. The curriculum aims to promote respect, democracy, human rights and an understanding of different cultures and beliefs.

Facilities

Large outside space including 4 garden spaces Two large playgrounds Several learning spaces in addition to the classroom STEAM lab equipped for practical, creative experiences and learning through enquiry Roof terrace with views of London’s cityscape Sensory Room Eco-Council and paper-free school initiatives Environment Officer and school gardens

Curriculum Highlights

Cross-curricular, STEAM-based learning underpinning the curriculum (Science, Technology, Environment, Arts and Mathematics) Arts integrated across all units; Habits of Mind framework to support independent thinking and lifelong learning Latin program Maximum Classics with weekly Latin lessons; study of Ancient Rome and Greece Use of Charanga for music; English and literature integration with curriculum; Read Write Inc phonics for early reading; Whole-class reading in KS2; library and Islington Reading Road Map Mathematics taught using White Rose materials; Doodle Maths, Numbots & Times Tables Rockstars for home learning Home Learning via Google Classroom and, where relevant, Tapestry; enrichment through city visits and external collaborations; Outdoor daily learning; STEAM lab and outdoor spaces for practical investigations Visits to cultural and educational experiences (half-termly educational visits; collaboration with ZooNation and University of the Arts, London) Outdoor and garden learning as a daily feature; large outdoor spaces and dedicated environment resources

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club 8.00am – 8.45am; After school club 3.15pm – 6.00pm; Clubs 3.45pm—4.45pm

SEND Provision

There is a graduated approach to SEND with three levels of support: 1) Quality first teaching by class teacher; 2) Targeted interventions; 3) Specialist interventions or groups with outside agencies (including Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, The Schools Wellbeing Service, CAMHS schools’ worker). The school has an Inclusion Manager, a Pastoral and Welfare Lead, a SENCO (Josephine Leal) and a dedicated SEND team, plus access to Islington Local Offer and other support services. After School Club and SEND: risk assessments are carried out and provisions considered for pupils with EHC plans or those needing behaviour/safety/toileting support.

Admissions Criteria

Nursery admissions are handled via the school; Reception admissions are dealt with by Islington admissions with a deadline of 15 January 2026 and an offer day on 16 April 2026 (via e-admissions). In-Year admissions (Years 1–6) must be applied for online via Islington admissions. The school will arrange a meeting and tours if accepted, and ensure paperwork is completed prior to start.

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