New River College Secondary is a pupil referral unit in Islington, London, for children and young people aged 11 to 16.
- Ages 11–16
- 26 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 26
- Headteacher
- Mr Nigel Smith (Executive Headteacher)
- Free school meals
- 65.4% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Islington
- School reference (URN)
- 100391
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Islington council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Good, November 2018; school remains Good (April 2024)
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in November 2018. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Since then: School remains Good (ungraded inspection, April 2024).
Contact and getting there
Lough Road, London, N7 8RH
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Other SEND schools nearby
- The Courtyard Islington Special school · Ages 13–19 · Ofsted: Good 0.3 miles
- Laycock Primary School Mainstream + base · Ages 3–11 · Ofsted: Good 0.4 miles
- The Bridge School Special school · Ages 2–19 · Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 miles
By need in Islington: Autism (4) · PMLD (3) · Speech and language (2) · Moderate learning (2)
Questions about New River College Secondary
How do I get a place at New River College Secondary?
Places at New River College Secondary are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Islington council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does New River College Secondary take?
Aged 11 to 16, boys and girls.
What is New River College Secondary’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in April 2024 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is New River College Secondary?
Lough Road, London, N7 8RH, in Islington.
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