St Bonaventure's RC School
URN: 102787 • London E7 9QD
Overview
- Name
- St Bonaventure's RC School
- URN
- 102787
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christopher McCormack (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02084723844
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Boleyn Road, London E7 9QD
Summary
St Bonaventure's RC School is a voluntary aided secondary school for boys located in London, Newham. With a current enrolment of 1,348 students, the school has a capacity of 1,300 and serves a diverse community, with 39.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school prides itself on its strong Catholic ethos, promoting values of tolerance, respect, and compassion throughout all aspects of school life.
The curriculum at St Bonaventure's is designed to provide a high-quality education, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. The school has received an 'outstanding' rating from Ofsted, highlighting the expertise of its teachers and the supportive environment that enables students to thrive. In addition to strong GCSE and A-Level results, the school offers various enrichment opportunities, including sports, arts, and community service.
St Bonaventure's fosters a sense of community and belonging among its students, with an emphasis on character development and preparation for future pathways. Parents have expressed appreciation for the care and dedication of the staff, noting the positive impact on their sons' growth and learning experiences.
The curriculum at St Bonaventure's is designed to provide a high-quality education, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. The school has received an 'outstanding' rating from Ofsted, highlighting the expertise of its teachers and the supportive environment that enables students to thrive. In addition to strong GCSE and A-Level results, the school offers various enrichment opportunities, including sports, arts, and community service.
St Bonaventure's fosters a sense of community and belonging among its students, with an emphasis on character development and preparation for future pathways. Parents have expressed appreciation for the care and dedication of the staff, noting the positive impact on their sons' growth and learning experiences.
Useful links
- School Governors (governance)
- Governor’s Fund (governance)
- Governor Attendance (governance)
- Want To Be A Foundation Governor? (governance)
- School Governors (governance)
- Best For All – LBN SEND Strategy (sen)
- Year 7 Curriculum Presentation (sen)
- Learning Support Information (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Calendars (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Newham
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1300
- Pupils
- 1348
- Boys
- 1219
- Girls
- 129
- FSM %
- 39.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1348 | 1219 | 129 | 1300 | 39.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1344 | 1209 | 135 | 1300 | 34.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1312 | 1214 | 98 | 1300 | 27.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1312 | 1214 | 98 | 1300 | 27.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1324 | 1217 | 107 | 1300 | 24.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1328 | 1214 | 114 | 1300 | 16.90 |
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