Imagine a school with a comprehensive intake where 100 per cent of its GCSE pupils achieve a level 4 in English and Maths. Pupils on free school meals. Those with additional needs. A pass in English AND Maths. Every pupil. Michaela Community School in Brent used the autonomy that being a free school provided it to design a school that supported every GCSE pupil to achieve this last summer. No straitjackets here. Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week subscribe Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits.