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Footsteps Trust

Footsteps Trust provides an enriching educational experience for all students, valuing diversity and fostering a culture of excellence and inclusivity.

Entry

Non Selective + InterviewSelective

Updated 4 months ago

At a glance

Key facts

Head

Founder/Principal

Gender

Co-ed

Pupils

11 girls, 27 boys

Location

Wood Green, Haringey

Day or boarding

Day

Age range

11 to 16

Entry points

11+, 13+, 16+

Ofsted inspection

Good

Scholarships

Academic

Overview

About Footsteps Trust

Footsteps Trust is committed to creating a community where every student feels valued and respected. The school offers unique programs and opportunities supported by a dedicated admissions team to guide prospective families through the application process.

Houseroom Editorial

Our take

Independent co-ed senior school in Haringey for ages 11–16. Non-selective intake.

Best for

Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–16, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.

Watch-outs

Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.

AI-generated guidance

Admissions

Application timeline

TBC
Open dayTo be confirmed
By arrangement
Private Tours Available

Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.

Upcoming

Open events

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees & cost

Fees

Fees TBCper year · day

Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.

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Financial support

Bursaries & Scholarships

Scholarships

Scholarships→Bursaries→

What sets it apart

Distinctive features

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focus on disengaged young people

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holistic education

★

inclusive community

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strong PSHE and Prevent curriculum

★

support for SEN students with statements

★

combination of academic and sporting programs

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1 on 1 teacher support

On campus

Facilities

sports

Athletics center including running trackFootball pitchesAthletics centreTennis courtsBoxing gym

academic

Classrooms

Outcomes

Latest exam results

Outcomes

Assessment preparation including half-term assessments in exam conditions and a mock exam week in December/January supports students in achieving the best grades possible across GCSE subjects.

Data from 2024 results

Curriculum

Qualifications offered

GCSEFunctional Skills

In the news

Recent coverage

Chris Hall has been principal of Footsteps Trust since 4 September 2010.

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Regulation

Inspection

Ofsted inspection, 24 Jun 2025

Good

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FAQ

Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Footsteps Trust best for?+

Footsteps Trust suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–16, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.

When is the next open day at Footsteps Trust?+

No dates are listed yet. Save Footsteps Trust and we'll email you when booking opens.

How does admissions work?+

Footsteps Trust is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.

Does Footsteps Trust support SEND?+

Footsteps Trust offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.

What ages does Footsteps Trust take?+

Footsteps Trust takes pupils from age 11 to 16.

Is Footsteps Trust a day or boarding school?+

Footsteps Trust is a day school.

Is Footsteps Trust co-educational or single-sex?+

Footsteps Trust is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.