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Chingford Foundation School
- Secondary
- Waltham Forest E4 7LT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Students gain deep understanding in subjects like history and English.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show improved attitudes and respect teachers' instructions.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are experts in their subjects and receive mentoring.
Current Educational Practices: Whole-school approaches and professional development are in place.
Strengths and Challenges: New concepts are well explained but misconceptions are not consistently addressed.
Communication: Staff and parents were well informed about recent changes.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Clear and established routines support pupil behavior.
Actions for Quality Improvement: New leadership swiftly improved curriculum delivery and behavior.
Managing Bullying and Safety: School is calm and orderly, new behavior policy understood by staff and pupils.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school promotes a culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Extracurricular Offerings: There is a very broad range of enrichment clubs increasing in popularity.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Sixth form students run enrichment clubs and promote opportunities.
Career Counselling Services: Career programme helps pupils understand future learning paths.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form students are role models, showing high standards.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Trained staff support SEND pupils effectively to access the same curriculum.
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Chingford Foundation School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1423 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 44% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
93.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Chingford Academies Trust is pleased to welcome you to Chingford Foundation School.
Our mission is to provide your kid with the best possible education in a supportive, welcoming, and structured learning environment.
We will utilise our substantial combined resources, along with those of our partner school, South Chingford Foundation School, to ensure that your child receives the best possible education throughout their time in our care.
Chingford Foundation School has a long history of achievement, as shown by its illustrious graduates and the school's standing in the neighbourhood.
Both your child's academic and personal development are crucial.
The traditional values of respect, discipline, independence, care, and kindness for others will be instilled in your kid as a result of our efforts to engage, motivate, and enrich their experience.
We are dedicated to making sure your child enjoys their time at Chingford Foundation School and has a great, productive experience there.
Please call 0208 529 1853 or send an email to [email protected] if you would like to schedule a visit to Chingford Foundation School.
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Our mission is to provide your kid with the best possible education in a supportive, welcoming, and structured learning environment.
We will utilise our substantial combined resources, along with those of our partner school, South Chingford Foundation School, to ensure that your child receives the best possible education throughout their time in our care.
Chingford Foundation School has a long history of achievement, as shown by its illustrious graduates and the school's standing in the neighbourhood.
Both your child's academic and personal development are crucial.
The traditional values of respect, discipline, independence, care, and kindness for others will be instilled in your kid as a result of our efforts to engage, motivate, and enrich their experience.
We are dedicated to making sure your child enjoys their time at Chingford Foundation School and has a great, productive experience there.
Please call 0208 529 1853 or send an email to [email protected] if you would like to schedule a visit to Chingford Foundation School.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.2 | 15.1 | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 44% | 48% | 37% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 6.60% | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.18 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 45.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 38.24% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 51.52% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 22% | 33.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 14.12% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 19.44% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.87 | 3.23 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 94.29% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 253 | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 91.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 22.71% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 30.19% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 24.48% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 14.14% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.76% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.11 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 49.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 41.2% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 55.2% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 57% | 37.48% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 17.08% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 23.2% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.36 | 3.49 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 93.52% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 232 | 127 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 92.71% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 22.38% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 29.48% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 24.43% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 16.33% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.33% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.52% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.11 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 49.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% | 34.78% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 4 | 51.35% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 86% | 40.61% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 2 | 13.57% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% 6 | 21.7% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.55 | 3.25 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 91.22% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 227 | 125 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 88.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 23.67% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 27.83% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 22.94% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.44% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.22% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.17% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.02 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 48.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% 6 | 36.35% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 8 | 51.22% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 85% | 38.65% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 1 | 13.26% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% 10 | 20.48% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.39 | 3.29 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 236 | 126 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 82.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 19.22% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 27.11% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 21.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.33% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 0.78% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 0.61% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.19 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 50.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 31.78% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 47.52% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 32% | 30% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 15.26% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 17.7% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 89.56% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 231 | 126 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 31.39% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 17.72% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 23.67% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 21.17% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.94% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.94% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.56% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.45 | 25.97 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.82 | 26.23 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.60% | 7.74% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 122 | 238 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 4.73% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 11.45% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 12.55% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.12 | 29.2 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.09 | 29.2 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.1% | 10.88% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 84 | 299 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 67.91% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 2.27% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 11.36% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 12.82% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.50 3 | 20.89 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.43 3 | 20.05 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.2% | 5.24% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 138 | 275 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 58.17% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 3.92% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 17.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 12.5% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.39 2 | 21.95 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.44 1 | 20.85 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.1% | 5.56% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 9 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 17 | 33.7% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4.8% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 16% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.9% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.2 | 17.67 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.15 | 19.26 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.6% | 5.15% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 10 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 11 | 25.4% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 2.9% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 14.6% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 6.1% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 19th Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chingford Foundation School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1