The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2015).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 49.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015
- The school is at capacity (115% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
85%
+23.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
6%
-2.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
+2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
+1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Official DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
49.5
5.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
47%
4.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
72%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.19
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 203 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 12 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
17% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 183 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- All-through
- Ages
- 3–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 2,044
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 41.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Newham
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Head
- Ms Francesca Perry (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
40 Cheering Lane, London, E20 1BD
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmLondon Academy of Excellence
16 plus · 1.1km away
Carpenters Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
John F Kennedy Special School
Academy · 1.4km away
School 21
All-through · Grammar · 1.4km away
The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre)
16 plus · 1.4km away
Azhar Academy Girls School
Independent · 1.5km away
Education Links
Independent · 1.7km away
West Ham Church Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Questions parents ask
Is Harris Academy Chobham a selective school?
No. Harris Academy Chobham is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Harris Academy Chobham's Ofsted rating?
Harris Academy Chobham was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Harris Academy Chobham?
Harris Academy Chobham currently has 2,044 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Harris Academy Chobham take?
Harris Academy Chobham caters for pupils aged 3 to 18. It is classified as a all-through school.
Where is Harris Academy Chobham?
Harris Academy Chobham is in London, E20 1BD, in the Newham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Harris Academy Chobham have a sixth form?
Yes, Harris Academy Chobham has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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