Walthamstow Academy
URN: 132727 • London E17 5DP
Overview
- Name
- Walthamstow Academy
- URN
- 132727
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Skae (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02085273750
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Billet Road, London E17 5DP
Summary
Walthamstow Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Waltham Forest, London, with a current enrollment of 1,071 pupils and a capacity of 1,150. The academy is sponsored by United Learning and is committed to providing an education that fosters both academic achievement and character development. The ethos of the school emphasizes inclusivity, respect, and a strong sense of community, aiming to equip students with the skills and values necessary for success in life.
The curriculum at Walthamstow Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The academy places a strong emphasis on academic excellence while also promoting personal growth through various extracurricular activities and character education initiatives. Support for students with special educational needs and those eligible for pupil premium funding is integral to the academy's approach, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to thrive.
Walthamstow Academy actively engages with its local community and hosts open events to foster connections with parents and guardians. The school prioritizes safeguarding and well-being, providing a safe environment for students to learn and grow. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website at [walthamstow-academy.org](http://www.walthamstow-academy.org/).
The curriculum at Walthamstow Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The academy places a strong emphasis on academic excellence while also promoting personal growth through various extracurricular activities and character education initiatives. Support for students with special educational needs and those eligible for pupil premium funding is integral to the academy's approach, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to thrive.
Walthamstow Academy actively engages with its local community and hosts open events to foster connections with parents and guardians. The school prioritizes safeguarding and well-being, providing a safe environment for students to learn and grow. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website at [walthamstow-academy.org](http://www.walthamstow-academy.org/).
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- Open Events (calendar)
- Open Evening & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
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- Policies (other)
- Curriculum Intent and Policy (other)
- Uniform Policy 2025-26 (other)
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
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1150
- Pupils
- 1071
- Boys
- 615
- Girls
- 456
- FSM %
- 42.90
- Open date
- 2006-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1071 | 615 | 456 | 1150 | 42.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1087 | 621 | 466 | 600 | 39.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1096 | 639 | 457 | 600 | 34.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1096 | 639 | 457 | 600 | 34.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1055 | 612 | 443 | 600 | 30.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1050 | 610 | 440 | 600 | 23.80 |
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