Heathcote School & Science College
URN: 103097 • London E4 6ES
Overview
- Name
- Heathcote School & Science College
- URN
- 103097
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sonia Close (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02084985110
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Normanton Park, London E4 6ES
Summary
Heathcote School & Science College is a mixed community secondary school located in Waltham Forest, London, accommodating 1,116 pupils with a capacity of 1,260. The school is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best through a creative and enriched curriculum. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its values of Encourage, Challenge, and Succeed, aiming to foster well-rounded individuals prepared for future education, training, or employment.
The school prioritises high-quality education, focusing on ambitious curricula and effective teaching strategies to enhance learning outcomes for all students, particularly those who are high achievers, have special educational needs, or are in Key Stage 5. Additionally, Heathcote School places significant emphasis on improving attendance and punctuality, as well as supporting the mental health and well-being of both pupils and staff.
Heathcote School actively promotes inclusivity and diversity, creating a positive environment where every student can thrive. The school regularly engages with the community through events such as open mornings and evenings, allowing prospective families to explore its facilities and meet the staff. For more information, visit their website at [heathcoteschool.com](http://www.heathcoteschool.com/).
The school prioritises high-quality education, focusing on ambitious curricula and effective teaching strategies to enhance learning outcomes for all students, particularly those who are high achievers, have special educational needs, or are in Key Stage 5. Additionally, Heathcote School places significant emphasis on improving attendance and punctuality, as well as supporting the mental health and well-being of both pupils and staff.
Heathcote School actively promotes inclusivity and diversity, creating a positive environment where every student can thrive. The school regularly engages with the community through events such as open mornings and evenings, allowing prospective families to explore its facilities and meet the staff. For more information, visit their website at [heathcoteschool.com](http://www.heathcoteschool.com/).
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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
- Waltham Forest
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1260
- Pupils
- 1116
- Boys
- 581
- Girls
- 535
- FSM %
- 28.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1116 | 581 | 535 | 1260 | 28.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1117 | 575 | 542 | 1260 | 27.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1077 | 578 | 499 | 1260 | 26.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1077 | 578 | 499 | 1260 | 26.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1081 | 573 | 508 | 1260 | 26.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1131 | 586 | 545 | 1260 | 21.50 |
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