Leytonstone School
URN: 103101 • London E11 1JD
Overview
- Name
- Leytonstone School
- URN
- 103101
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julian Onyelekere (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02089887420
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Colworth Road, London E11 1JD
Summary
Leytonstone School is a mixed community secondary school located in Waltham Forest, London, with a current enrolment of 1,029 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 990. Established in 1911, the school has a long-standing commitment to fostering a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. The school's ethos emphasizes inclusivity, mutual respect, and high expectations, aiming to develop confident and well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to their communities.
The curriculum at Leytonstone School is broad and stimulating, designed to meet the needs of all students while ensuring a rich educational experience. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, with 98% of pupils progressing to further education, training, or employment after graduation. Additionally, the school prioritizes personal, social, health, and economic education (PSHRE) to equip students with essential life skills.
Leytonstone School actively engages with the local community to address social issues and improve the life chances of its pupils. The school collaborates with various agencies to provide support for students and their families, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing educational outcomes and overall well-being.
The curriculum at Leytonstone School is broad and stimulating, designed to meet the needs of all students while ensuring a rich educational experience. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, with 98% of pupils progressing to further education, training, or employment after graduation. Additionally, the school prioritizes personal, social, health, and economic education (PSHRE) to equip students with essential life skills.
Leytonstone School actively engages with the local community to address social issues and improve the life chances of its pupils. The school collaborates with various agencies to provide support for students and their families, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing educational outcomes and overall well-being.
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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 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 990
- Pupils
- 1029
- Boys
- 611
- Girls
- 418
- FSM %
- 25.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1029 | 611 | 418 | 990 | 25.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1033 | 618 | 415 | 990 | 22.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 960 | 546 | 414 | 990 | 20.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 960 | 546 | 414 | 990 | 20.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 919 | 531 | 388 | 990 | 19.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 862 | 504 | 358 | 930 | 17.60 |
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