Caterham High School
URN: 102849 • Ilford IG5 0QW
Overview
- Name
- Caterham High School
- URN
- 102849
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Belinda Chapple (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02085514321
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Caterham Avenue, Ilford IG5 0QW
Summary
Caterham High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Ilford, Redbridge, with a current enrolment of 991 pupils and a capacity of 1,182. The school has been a cornerstone of the local community for over 60 years, striving to provide an excellent education that encourages high aspirations and academic success. Caterham High School is committed to nurturing the potential of all students, evidenced by its recent membership in the National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE).
The school's curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while fostering personal development. Recent achievements include impressive GCSE results, with 100% of students achieving Grade 5 or above in English and Maths. The school promotes a supportive environment where pupils feel safe and valued, as highlighted in its recent Ofsted report, which rated the school as "Good."
Caterham High School also prioritises community engagement, with initiatives to connect with local primary schools and encourage collaboration among students. The school offers opportunities for extracurricular activities and invites prospective students and their families to explore its vibrant community through school tours and open events.
The school's curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while fostering personal development. Recent achievements include impressive GCSE results, with 100% of students achieving Grade 5 or above in English and Maths. The school promotes a supportive environment where pupils feel safe and valued, as highlighted in its recent Ofsted report, which rated the school as "Good."
Caterham High School also prioritises community engagement, with initiatives to connect with local primary schools and encourage collaboration among students. The school offers opportunities for extracurricular activities and invites prospective students and their families to explore its vibrant community through school tours and open events.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Staff and Governor Links (governance)
- Inclusion Department (SEND, EAL) (sen)
- Year 11 and 13 Presentation Evening (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Beal High School (70.2)
- Valentines High School (68.8)
- Beal High School (68.3)
- Ilford County High School (64.7)
- Oaks Park High School (62.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 991 | 534 | 457 | 1182 | 40.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 986 | 519 | 467 | 1182 | 35.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 991 | 511 | 480 | 1182 | 29.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 991 | 511 | 480 | 1182 | 29.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1023 | 530 | 493 | 1182 | 23.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1081 | 559 | 522 | 1182 | 22.20 |
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