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Best 3 Secondary schools in Ilford – comparison

Comparison of secondary schools: Valentines High School (Secondary) in Ilford; Forest Academy (Secondary) in Ilford; Caterham High School (Secondary) in Ilford — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Valentines High School, Forest Academy and Caterham High School. They are secondary phase and community school and academy sponsor led type located around Ilford, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Valentines High School), published Nov 2021. The lowest is 2 (Forest Academy), published Mar 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Forest Academy (Mar 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,050, combined total ≈ 3,150, typical FSM 30–35%, range 25–30%–40–45%; all within the Beacon Multi-Academy Trust Limited trust.

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Valentines High School
IG2 6HX
Phase / Type
Secondary • Community school
Location
Ilford
Essex
IG2 6HX
Ofsted
1 21 Nov 2021
Pupils
≈ 1,350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Redbridge (317)
Website
www.valentines-sch.org.uk
Telephone
02085543608
Forest Academy
IG6 3TN
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location
Ilford
Essex
IG6 3TN
Ofsted
2 2 Mar 2023
Pupils
≈ 800 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Beacon Multi-Academy Trust Limited
Website
www.theforestacademy.co.uk
Telephone
02085004266
Caterham High School
IG5 0QW
Phase / Type
Secondary • Community school
Location
Ilford
Essex
IG5 0QW
Ofsted
2 5 Sep 2022
Pupils
≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Redbridge (317)
Website
www.ecaterham.net
Telephone
02085514321

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How are these comparisons built?
We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.
What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?
Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.
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