Avanti House School

About Avanti House School

Avanti House Secondary School is an inclusive Hindu faith school based in Harrow, open to students of all faiths. What makes Avanti Secondary School distinctive is its values-based approach to education. This encourages students to value self, others and the environment and empowers them to be effective learners as well as good citizens.

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Key Facts

Founded 2012

Head/Principal Simon Arnell

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 200 responses • 16.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

96.5% positive 3% negative

My child feels safe at this school

97% positive 3% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

98% positive 2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

89.5% positive 5.5% negative

My child does well at this school

94.5% positive 5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 200 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

69.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

66.6

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+1.10

Progress 8

Well above average

86.3%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

95.1%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

71.6% entered EBacc

63.9% achieved EBacc

183 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Sophie G Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 20, 2023

5.0

"Fantastic opportunities for personal growth"

Avanti House has exceeded our expectations in so many ways. The school's focus on educational excellence, character formation, and spiritual insight has helped my son develop a strong sense of self and purpose. We're grateful for the opportunities he's had, such as the trips to Barbados and the Duke of Edinburgh expedition, which have broadened his horizons and built his confidence.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily S Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent education and values!"

I'm so grateful to have found Avanti House for my daughter. The school's values of respect, self-discipline, courage, integrity, empathy, and gratitude align perfectly with our family's values. The teachers are supportive, and the facilities are excellent. My daughter has excelled academically and socially since joining the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rajesh K Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2021

4.0

"A great school with a caring community"

We were pleased with the education and care provided to our son during his time at Avanti House. The school's emphasis on character development and spiritual insight helped him become a more confident and compassionate person. Although there were some challenges with communication, we appreciated the school's commitment to our child's well-being.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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