Valentines High School
URN: 102857 • Ilford IG2 6HX
Overview
- Name
- Valentines High School
- URN
- 102857
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 68.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Richard Laws (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02085543608
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cranbrook Road, Ilford IG2 6HX
Summary
Valentines High School, located in Ilford, Redbridge, is a mixed community secondary school catering to 1,329 pupils. The school prides itself on its commitment to academic excellence and personal development, guided by its core values encapsulated in the motto "In Harmony, Achieving Excellence." With a strong emphasis on respect and inclusivity, the school fosters a harmonious community where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive.
The curriculum at Valentines High School is broad and enriching, offering a wide range of academic and vocational courses. The school has a strong track record of achievement, with a Progress 8 score of 0.91 and over 90% of Year 13 students progressing to university. The Sixth Form is particularly noted for its outstanding support and high-quality teaching, creating an environment conducive to both academic success and personal growth.
Valentines High School values the partnership with parents and the local community, aiming to provide a well-rounded education that extends beyond the classroom. The school offers various extracurricular activities and prioritises the social and emotional well-being of its students, ensuring they develop into well-rounded individuals ready to contribute positively to society.
The curriculum at Valentines High School is broad and enriching, offering a wide range of academic and vocational courses. The school has a strong track record of achievement, with a Progress 8 score of 0.91 and over 90% of Year 13 students progressing to university. The Sixth Form is particularly noted for its outstanding support and high-quality teaching, creating an environment conducive to both academic success and personal growth.
Valentines High School values the partnership with parents and the local community, aiming to provide a well-rounded education that extends beyond the classroom. The school offers various extracurricular activities and prioritises the social and emotional well-being of its students, ensuring they develop into well-rounded individuals ready to contribute positively to society.
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- Processing for Marketing Activities (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Important Calendar Dates (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Beal High School (70.2)
- Beal High School (68.3)
- Ilford County High School (64.7)
- Oaks Park High School (62.5)
- The Palmer Catholic Academy (56.9)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1329 | 687 | 642 | 1288 | 25.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1349 | 720 | 629 | 1288 | 20.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1353 | 721 | 632 | 1288 | 17.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1353 | 721 | 632 | 1288 | 17.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1319 | 700 | 619 | 1288 | 16.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1287 | 676 | 611 | 1288 | 14.70 |
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