Bancroft's Preparatory School

URN: 132134 • Woodford Green IG8 0RF

Overview

Name
Bancroft's Preparatory School
URN
132134
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
43.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joe Layburn (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02085066751
Website
Visit
Address
611-627 High Road, Woodford Green IG8 0RF

Summary

Bancroft's Preparatory School is a co-educational independent school located in Woodford Green, Redbridge, catering to students aged 7 to 18. Established in 1889, the school occupies a spacious greenfield site and is well-connected to central London via the Central Line and its own bus network. Bancroft's is known for its commitment to academic excellence and personal growth within a supportive and inclusive community.

The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to foster both academic achievement and pupils' wellbeing. Bancroft's prioritises a holistic educational experience, encouraging students to engage in a variety of co-curricular activities alongside their studies. The school prides itself on its strong pastoral care, ensuring that each child receives the support necessary to thrive both academically and personally.

With a current enrolment of 270 pupils, Bancroft's aims to cultivate a vibrant school community where students from diverse backgrounds can flourish. The school’s ethos centres on nurturing curiosity and independence, preparing students for future academic and life challenges.

Key details

LA
Redbridge
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
270
Boys
139
Girls
131
FSM %
Open date
2000-05-23
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 270 139 131 270
2024-09-11 266 138 128 270
2023-09-11 261 137 124 270 0.00
2022-09-11 261 137 124 270 0.00
2021-09-11 261 133 128 270 0.00
2020-09-11 261 135 126 270 0.00

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