City of London Academy Islington

City of London Academy Islington is a dynamic and ambitious school that serves a truly diverse student body in the heart of Islington, minutes away from Essex Road, Upper Street and Angel. As a mixed, non-selective, and non-denominational secondary school and sixth form, we focus on delivering an exceptional education aimed at improving the life chances of our students.

The Academy's mission centres around academic excellence, underpinned by our core values of respect, responsibility, and integrity. Alongside a strong academic foundation, we have a comprehensive character curriculum and tutor programme, and also offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including clubs, trips, and visits. This reflects our commitment to providing a well-rounded educational experience to all our students.

Adopting a "warm-strict" approach, routines and systems are in place to support excellent behaviour, built on high expectations for all students. The Academy is dedicated to developing staff, offering a comprehensive continuing professional development (CPD) programme, and the support of an experienced Senior Leadership Team that seeks to maximise staff impact while reducing any unnecessary administrative burden. City of London Academy Islington is part of the City of London Academies Trust, which presents a wealth of opportunities for career progression.

We are actively seeking dedicated and inspirational staff members who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, regardless of their background or circumstances.

If this sounds like the environment where you want to take the next step in your career, we welcome your application for a position with us.

Laurie Glees

Principal

Ofsted

In 2019, Ofsted awarded the Academy an outstanding rating, noting that “the school has been transformed into an exciting environment where pupils and staff thrive. Outcomes are outstanding and pupils’ progress is exceptional. This is a school where ‘no child is left behind.”