Walthamstow School for Girls

URN: 103103 • London E17 9RZ

Overview

Name
Walthamstow School for Girls
URN
103103
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
72.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Marriott (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02085099446
Website
Visit
Address
Church Hill, London E17 9RZ

Summary

Walthamstow School for Girls is a community secondary school located in Waltham Forest, London, with a current enrolment of 890 pupils and a capacity of 900. The school has a strong academic reputation, holding an Ofsted Outstanding status, and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values each student's unique potential. The headteacher, Helen Marriott, emphasizes the importance of empowering young women and addressing gender inequality, aiming to develop students into confident, critical thinkers.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to support students' academic and personal growth, encouraging them to excel in their studies while also nurturing their individual talents. Walthamstow School for Girls places a strong emphasis on community, with staff dedicated to providing individual care and support to each student, ensuring they feel valued and understood.

Founded in 1890, the school has a rich history and has evolved significantly over the years. It continues to maintain a strong sense of tradition while adapting to the needs of modern education, making it a supportive and dynamic place for girls to learn and thrive.

Key details

LA
Waltham Forest
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
900
Pupils
890
Boys
0
Girls
890
FSM %
24.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-06-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 890 0 890 900 24.40
2024-09-11 895 0 895 900 21.70
2023-09-11 890 0 890 900 19.90
2022-09-11 890 0 890 900 19.90
2021-09-11 886 0 886 900 17.40
2020-09-11 895 0 895 900 16.80

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