Little Heath School

URN: 102878 • Romford RM6 5RX

Overview

Name
Little Heath School
URN
102878
Type
Foundation special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Fawzia Govender (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02085994864
Website
Visit
Address
Hainault Road, Romford RM6 5RX

Summary

Little Heath School is a foundation special school located in Romford, Essex, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 11-19 with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs. With a current enrollment of 236 students and a capacity for 260, the school prioritises creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can reach their full potential.

The curriculum at Little Heath is designed to be flexible and responsive to the diverse needs of its students. It offers both pre and semi-formal pathways as well as a formal curriculum for Key Stages 3 and 4, alongside a comprehensive Key Stage 5 programme. The school places a strong emphasis on developing essential life skills and preparing students for the world of work, ensuring that learning is both engaging and relevant.

Little Heath School fosters a strong sense of community and collaboration among staff, parents, and external agencies. The school is committed to supporting students through various therapies, including speech and language and occupational therapy, and actively involves parents in their children's educational journey. For more information, visit their website at www.lheath.net.

Key details

LA
Redbridge
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
260
Pupils
236
Boys
180
Girls
56
FSM %
39.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 236 180 56 260 39.30
2024-09-11 213 159 54 195 41.10
2023-09-11 199 141 58 195 37.50
2022-09-11 199 141 58 195 37.50
2021-09-11 181 124 57 195 39.10
2020-09-11 164 114 50 180 36.40

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