The short version
Average GCSE results. 89% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2018
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.1
2.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
44%
2.6pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
39%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.35
Band 2Source: 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
90%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
4%
Based on 183 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 14 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
22% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 106 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,116
- Capacity
- 89%
- FSM
- 28.5%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Waltham Forest
- Head
- Ms Sonia Close (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Good
September 2018 | Full Inspection
Short inspection
January 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
January 2014 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
June 2011 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
November 2008 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
October 2007 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
June 2003 | Full Inspection
Location
Normanton Park, Chingford, London, E4 6ES
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWhitehall Primary School
Primary · Very close
Chingford CofE Primary School
Primary · 732m away
Longshaw Primary Academy
Primary · 858m away
Trinity Catholic High School
Secondary · 1.2km away
Bancroft's Preparatory School
Independent · 1.2km away
Bancroft's School
Independent · 1.2km away
St Antony's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Wells Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Heathcote School & Science College a selective school?
No. Heathcote School & Science College is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Heathcote School & Science College's Ofsted rating?
Heathcote School & Science College was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Heathcote School & Science College?
Heathcote School & Science College currently has 1,116 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Heathcote School & Science College take?
Heathcote School & Science College caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Heathcote School & Science College?
Heathcote School & Science College is in London, E4 6ES, in the Waltham Forest local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Heathcote School & Science College have a sixth form?
Yes, Heathcote School & Science College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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