North Bridge House Senior Canonbury
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Secondary

Post 16

PUPILS

195

AGES

11 - 18

GENDER

Mixed

TYPE

Other independent school

SCHOOL GUIDE RATING

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North Bridge House Senior Canonbury Key Information

How Does The School Perform?

Excellent

NATIONAL AVG. 2.09

(12/05/2023)

Full Report - All Reports

94%

NATIONAL AVG. 38%

5+ GCSEs grade 9-4 (standard pass or above) including English and maths

91%

NATIONAL AVG. 45%

GCSE Grade 5 (strong pass) or above in both English and maths

58%

INDEPENDENT AVG. 48%

Top grades at GCSE (9-7)

26%

NATIONAL AVG. 17%

3 A levels at AAB or higher inc. two facilitating subjects

51%

INDEPENDENT AVG. 49%

Top grades at A level (A*/A)

DATA
GUIDE

Secondary Data
Explained for parents

40.1

A level average point score

INDEPENDENT AVERAGE 35.6

+0.4

A level progress score
GCSE to A level

INDEPENDENT AVERAGE -0.03

Day

Boarding Type

£8,702
to
£8,727

Day Fees Per Term
(excluding VAT)

31.7%

NATIONAL AVG. 12.9%

Pupils with SEN support

North Bridge House Senior Canonbury Key Information

Top Grades Compared With Other Schools

Top grades at GCSE (7-9) and top grades at A level (A*/A)

North Bridge House Senior Canonbury Key Information

Progress Compared With All Other Schools

This shows current pupil progress from the end of GCSE to A level compared to other pupils in England. This “value added” data measures academic development from one key stage to the next

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6-9 Canonbury Place

London

Islington

N1 2NQ

020 7428 1520

Islington

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School Description

North Bridge House Canonbury (6-9 Canonbury Place, Islington) is a co-educational independent senior school and sixth form for ages 11–18, part of the Cognita group. Located in a 16th-century, Grade II listed building, it has a strong focus on community, personalised learning, and GCSE and A-level preparation. The school focuses on developing individual passions, aiming to prepare students for both university and the workplace.

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North Bridge House Senior Canonbury Parent Reviews

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“We love this school”

14 October 2024 AUTHOR: A Parent

We love this school! For the past five years starting in Year 7, our two children and our family as a whole have appreciated the excellent leadership, warm and thoughtful teaching and fantastic student community. Academic achievement is very well supported and encouraged. We have no doubt that our children will attain the grades they want. Class and year sizes ensure focused and tailored learning. We’re looking forward to a super sixth form experience. The school inspires students to work and grow together no matter which year group they’re in. Pastoral care is given great importance and families are kept aware of students’ emotional and developmental progress. The drama department in particular is exceptional. Sports before and after school suit every level. There’s a strong PTA with engaged families supporting school events and endeavours. Everywhere you go, you see very happy kids in this lovely school!

“Excellent choice!”

09 January 2020 AUTHOR: Stokeymum

My son started in year 7 in Sept 2019 (from a state primary) and is absolutely thriving. He has made some really good friends, is vey happy to go to school each day and is thoroughly enjoying all his new subjects. We were really impressed by how well the teachers knew the children at the first parents' evening last term, and also by the quality of the teaching - in French for example, it's really excellent and very stretching, even better than at my daughter's highly selective secondary school. The drama is also first rate. They really seem to celebrate individuality and we are very pleased indeed with the school.

“Great school!”

14 March 2017 AUTHOR: cycle2school

My son settled in so quickly – he is in year 9 – and he loves the school. He really likes all of his teachers, and reports that they teach very well. Also extension work is always available in class which is excellent. He's made some good friends too (which he struggled with a bit at his old school). All in all, we are very pleased indeed with the school, and appreciate the ethos which Mr Taylor promotes well - that children are individuals and need to be treated as such and nurtured.

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News, Photos and Open Days from North Bridge House Senior Canonbury

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Last update: 20 May 2026

OPEN DAYS

Visit North Bridge House and have the opportunity to find out everything our school has to offer. We would love to show you around.

Join us to see the school in action, hear from the Head, and meet our brilliant staff and pupils. Private tours are available if you cannot make the next Open Day, or if you are looking for a mid-year or immediate vacancy. We are here to personalise your tour experience.

Our upcoming Open Events:

Open Morning – Thursday 25th June, 9:30am

Open Morning – Saturday 26th September, 9:30am

Open Evening (Sixth Form) – Wednesday 30th September, 6:30pm

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OUR AIMS AND ETHOS

– To create a dynamic learning environment in which all children discover their pathway to academic success

– To equip young people with the confidence, humility and resilience to thrive in everything they do

– To empower young people to be creative, inspired and to inspire

– To nurture strong relationships within an inclusive, empathetic community

We have always believed in the importance of celebrating the individual and, as such, have built our long-standing success on maintaining an environment in which our pupils are happy, confident and proud of their achievements.

We believe in the importance of educating the whole child so that his or her true potential can be fulfilled. With academic work and self-discipline at the centre of school life, we focus on providing a breadth of learning experience that takes pupils much further than the curriculum itself. Through a wide range of academic and extra-curricular learning experiences, we aim to develop self-awareness and the acquisition of skills needed for adult life. Our continuing objective is an education that prepares our young adults for the future.

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IMPRESSIVE EXAM RESULTS

North Bridge House Senior Canonbury has established an impressive track record of GCSE and A Level results. Our students secure university places at leading Russell Group destinations, including Oxford and Cambridge, Bristol, Cardiff, Durham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, King’s College London, Leeds, Liverpool, Queen Mary University of London, Sheffield, UCL and York.

Students also gain entry to renowned Arts and overseas institutions, such UAL: Camberwell College of Arts, Royal Academy of Music, Haverford College and Loyola Marymount University.

Academic Results

Meet the Head: Charlotte Tassell-Dent

Charlotte Tassell-Dent was appointed Head Teacher in 2019, having been part of NBH Canonbury since its founding in 2014. Charlotte's journey began through pastoral leadership and safeguarding, which gave her a deep understanding of the importance of supporting the whole child before stepping into the role of Head. She is passionate about student wellbeing and progress, because she firmly believes that a happy learner is a thriving learner. This philosophy underpins her approach to leadership and the culture the school continues to build, one that balances strong pastoral care with academic challenge and rich opportunities beyond the classroom.

Who/what inspired you to become a teacher?

I didn’t initially set out to become a teacher. I simply knew I loved Geography and had a strong desire to travel. After my A Levels, I took a gap year to travel before going on to study Geography at university. During my degree, I had the opportunity to work in a secondary school, and I quickly discovered how energising and rewarding working with young people could be. No two days were ever the same, and I was inspired by the opportunity to make a real difference in students’ lives.

What achievement are you most proud of as Head?

I am most proud of our school being a nurturing community for all.

I enjoy watching our students grow and flourish from Year 7 through to Year 13. Being part of their journey and supporting them through challenges, celebrating their successes, and seeing them leave as confident, happy and thriving young adults is incredibly rewarding. There is great joy in seeing students succeed in the pathways that are right for them. Whether that is securing a place at university in the UK or abroad, gaining entry to a specialist arts or vocational course, or experiencing the “aha!” moment in lessons where they discover a genuine passion.

What does a successful school look like to you?

A successful school is a happy and purposeful community where students, staff and parents are united by shared values and a clear vision. It is a place where young people feel supported and challenged in equal measure, and where everyone works together to help every child reach their full potential.

What is the most important quality you want every child to have when they leave your school? And why?

Kindness and curiosity. One of our goals is to cultivate students who are responsible global citizens, ready to make an impact in both our community and beyond. Kindness ensures our students make a positive contribution to the world around them, while curiosity drives them to ask questions, embrace new experiences and continue learning long after they leave school.

Please give 5 words to describe the ethos of your school.

Kind
Ambitious
Nurturing
Challenging
Enriching

North Bridge House Senior Canonbury Catchment Area Map

This school is independently managed and its admission criteria may be selective. There is no set catchment area as pupils are admitted from a wide variety of postcodes and, in the case of boarding schools, from outside the UK. Contact the school directly or visit their website for more information on Admissions Policy and Procedures.