The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 77% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 56.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a Muslim school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
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
56.5
12.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
77%
34.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
88%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
7% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Specialist provision
Not applicable
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 10–16
- Intake
- Boys
- Character
- Muslim
Numbers
- Pupils
- 100
- Capacity
- 77%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Waltham Forest
- Head
- Mr Imran Sidyot (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
11 official reports linked on this page, including 10 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Additional inspection
May 2022 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Requires Improvement
July 2021 | Inspection
Additional inspection
July 2019 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Inadequate
January 2019 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Requires Improvement
December 2017 | Inspection
Additional inspection
June 2017 | Inspection
Additional inspection
October 2016 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
November 2015 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Satisfactory
May 2013 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Satisfactory
March 2010 | Inspection
Location
30-36 Lindley Road, Leyton, London, E10 6QT
Town setting
Schools nearby
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Primary · 410m away
Mayville Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
Downsell Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Acacia Nursery
Nursery · 1.5km away
The Jenny Hammond Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Education Links
Free school · 1.6km away
Harris Academy Chobham
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Ronald Openshaw Nursery School
Nursery · 1.8km away
Questions parents ask
Is Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School a selective school?
Yes. Lantern of Knowledge Secondary 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.
What is Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School's Ofsted rating?
Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in September 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School?
Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School currently has 100 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School take?
Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School caters for pupils aged 10 to 16.
Where is Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School?
Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School is in London, E10 6QT, in the Waltham Forest local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School have a sixth form?
No, Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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