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JFS

Brent, HA3 9TESecondaryAges 11–18MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Apr 2022
Progress 8
+1.16
Well above average
−20+2
Competition
1.2×
Oversubscribed
398 1st-choice / 340 places
Ranking
🏆Top 5%
#33 of 3,141 nationally

About JFS

JFS is a heavily oversubscribed state secondary in Brent, and the numbers tell a clear story about why. For entry in 2025/26, the school received 398 first-preference applications for 340 places, with an oversubscription ratio of 2.24, meaning more than two families wanted every spot. Of those first-preference applicants, 287 received offers, so competition is real. The school does not publish a parent-view survey score, but the demand alone signals strong local confidence. JFS is a Jewish faith school, which shapes its admissions criteria, and it draws from across the borough and beyond. With 2,040 pupils on roll against a capacity of 2,165, it is running very close to full, and only 5.5 per cent of students are eligible for free school meals, well below the national average, reflecting a relatively advantaged intake.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 18 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterJewish
AddressThe Mall, Harrow, Brent, HA3 9TE
HeadteacherDavid Moody
Local AuthorityBrent
Number of Pupils2,040
Free School Meals (FSM)5.5%
School Capacity2,040 / 2,165 (94% full)
Sixth FormYes

The full report on this school

The inspection in plain English, admissions context, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.

  • Ofsted inspection in plain English
    Strengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
  • Parent View survey results
    What parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
  • Where Ofsted and parents disagree
    Gaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
  • Admissions & catchment
    Admission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
  • Nearby schools compared
    Backup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
  • Attendance & behaviour data
    Persistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

4 Apr 2022
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Sixth Form Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

10
Sixth Form CentreArt StudiosTheatreSwimming PoolMusic RoomsICT SuiteScience LabsDining HallTennis CourtsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

19

Sports

FootballSwimmingAthleticsGymnasticsBasketballRoundersDanceNetballHockeyRugby

Clubs & Activities

ChoirDebateFilm ClubCodingYoung EnterpriseEco ClubOrchestraChessDuke of Edinburgh

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionLearning DifficultyMulti-SensoryOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About JFS

JFS has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.