Best 3 All-through schools in London – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of all-through schools: Nishkam School West London (All-through) in Osterley; Ark King Solomon Academy (All-through) in London; Loxford School (All-through) in Ilford — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Nishkam School West London, Ark King Solomon Academy and Loxford School. They are all-through phase and free schools, academy sponsor led and academy converter type located around Osterley, London and Ilford, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Nishkam School West London), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Nishkam School West London (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,850, combined total ≈ 5,550, typical FSM 30–35%, range 10–15%–60–65%; spread across trusts such as NISHKAM SCHOOLS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST, ARK SCHOOLS and LOXFORD SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED.

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Attribute	Nishkam School West London TW7 5PN	Ark King Solomon Academy NW1 6RX	Loxford School IG1 2UT
Phase / Type	All-through • Free schools	All-through • Academy sponsor led	All-through • Academy converter
Location	Osterley TW7 5PN	London NW1 6RX	Ilford Essex IG1 2UT
Latest Ofsted	1 17 Mar 2024	1 4 Feb 2024	1 7 Dec 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 2,800 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	60–65% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1400	1300	3000
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	NISHKAM SCHOOLS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST	ARK SCHOOLS	LOXFORD SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
Website	www.nishkamschooltrust.org	www.kingsolomonacademy.org	www.loxford.net
Telephone	02031418760	02075636900	02085144666
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Nishkam School West London

TW7 5PN

Phase / Type: All-through • Free schools
Location: Osterley
TW7 5PN
Ofsted: 1 17 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: NISHKAM SCHOOLS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Website: www.nishkamschooltrust.org
Telephone: 02031418760

Ark King Solomon Academy

NW1 6RX

Phase / Type: All-through • Academy sponsor led
Location: London
NW1 6RX
Ofsted: 1 4 Feb 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 60–65% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: ARK SCHOOLS
Website: www.kingsolomonacademy.org
Telephone: 02075636900

Loxford School

IG1 2UT

Phase / Type: All-through • Academy converter
Location: Ilford
Essex
IG1 2UT
Ofsted: 1 7 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 2,800 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: LOXFORD SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
Website: www.loxford.net
Telephone: 02085144666

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.