The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 57.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018
- The school is at capacity (98% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
80%
+18.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
22%
+14.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
109
+3.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
111
+6.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
111
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Official DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
57.3
13.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
71%
28.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
30%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.17
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%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
4%
Based on 179 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
16% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 195 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- All-through
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 2,192
- Capacity
- 98%
- FSM
- 17.9%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Redbridge
- Head
- Ms Jane Waters (Executive Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Ley Street, Ilford, Essex, IG2 7BT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Palmer Catholic Academy
Secondary · 760m away
Winston Way Academy
Primary · 1.1km away
SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
The Ursuline Academy Ilford
Secondary · 1.3km away
Oak House School
Independent · 1.3km away
Gordon Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Apex Secondary School for Boys
Independent · 1.4km away
South Park Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Seven Kings School a selective school?
No. Seven Kings School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Seven Kings School's Ofsted rating?
Seven Kings School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in April 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Seven Kings School?
Seven Kings School currently has 2,192 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Seven Kings School take?
Seven Kings School caters for pupils aged 4 to 18. It is classified as a all-through school.
Where is Seven Kings School?
Seven Kings School is in Ilford, IG2 7BT, in the Redbridge local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Seven Kings School have a sixth form?
Yes, Seven Kings School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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