JFS
Voluntary aided secondary school in Harrow (Brent).
Location
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JFS School has a rich and inspiring history that spans nearly three centuries. Founded in 1732 as the Jews Free School, JFS has grown to become one of the most renowned Jewish schools in the world, with a legacy of academic excellence, social responsibility, and communal engagement.
Throughout its history, JFS has been a beacon of hope and opportunity for generations of Jewish children. From its humble beginnings as a small charity school in the East End of London, JFS has evolved into a thriving educational institution, with a diverse student body and a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
Over the years, JFS has faced many challenges, including the devastation of two World Wars, economic downturns, and changing social norms. However, through it all, JFS has remained steadfast in its commitment to providing a first-class education for all its students, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Today, JFS continues to inspire and empower young people to reach their full potential, to pursue their dreams and ambitions, and to make a positive difference in the world. Our graduates are leaders in every field, from business and law to medicine, the arts, and public service.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Awards
1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Inclusion Quality MarkInclusion
Key facts
- URN
- 133724
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Jewish
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Brent
- Constituency
- Brent West
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2002
Governing body (11 current, 2 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Mark Hurst | Chair of Governors | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Susie Kaye | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · until 2029 |
| Ms Kathy Schindler | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2028 |
| Mr Adam Cannon | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2028 |
| Ms Rebecca Simon | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2028 |
| Mr Si Moore | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Ms Stephanie Rosilio | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2028 |
| Mr David Collins | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Robert Gershon | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2026 ends 2026 |
| Mrs Louise Lanzkron | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2026 ends 2026 |
| Mr David Moody | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2021 |
| Mr Andrew Moss Former | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Susie Kaye Former | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2022 · term ended 2025 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record