The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Boys only.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 75.7 vs national 43.8)
- This is a boys-only school
- The school is at capacity (132% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
75.7
31.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
97%
55.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
98%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.04
Band 3Source: 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
97%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
97%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 175 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher.
Staff breakdown
Plus 60 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,126
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 11.7%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Redbridge
- Head
- Mr Gavin Barnett (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Fremantle Road, Barkingside, Ilford, Essex, IG6 2JB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMossford Green Primary School
Primary · Very close
Clore Tikva School
Primary · 339m away
Gilbert Colvin Primary School
Primary · 640m away
Redbridge Alternative Provision
Pupil referral unit · 677m away
Wohl Ilford Jewish Primary School
Primary · 709m away
King Solomon High School
Secondary · 753m away
Fullwood Primary School
Primary · 788m away
Avanti Court Primary School
Primary · 880m away
Questions parents ask
Is Ilford County High School a selective school?
Yes. Ilford County High School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Ilford County High School?
Ilford County High School currently has 1,126 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ilford County High School take?
Ilford County High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Ilford County High School?
Ilford County High School is in Ilford, IG6 2JB, in the Redbridge local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ilford County High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Ilford County High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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