[6] The school has designated specialisms in Mathematics, Physical Education and the Performing & Expressive Arts and offers scholarships for students who demonstrate an aptitude in these areas.

[13] The report went on to state "..As a result, the progress made by all students, including boys, has now returned to the good levels seen in the past and attainment is rising rapidly across the school, particularly in English, mathematics and science.

[16] The national average for secondary schools in England and Wales is 59% of pupils achieving 5 A*-C grades including English and Maths.

[17] The modernist building was designed by the London County Council Architect's Department, under the leadership of Leslie Martin.

[2] In 'austerity Britain', Martin's team had to scrimp on materials creating 'honeycombed' plaster walls and minimal scree between floors.

Still the design observed the best principles of modernism, with concrete stairs positioned at each corner of the oblong building, boxed in glass and steel frames.

Sixth Form students have access to a refurbished study centre incorporating an open plan space, as well as a range of other facilities including a music recording studio, wireless internet connection, Auditorium and HD projector equipped classrooms.

[26] In October 2012, it was confirmed that following an investigation by Ofqual, the integrity of the examination grades awarded at the school in 2011 were not compromised and "...were a true reflection of students' attainment.".

[27] This was announced in a statement from the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) whose spokesperson stated "On the basis of the information received and the preliminary investigation undertaken, the conclusion was reached that the integrity of the grades given was not undermined.".