The Palmer Catholic Academy
URN: 137088 • Ilford IG3 8EU
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Downey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02085903808
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Aldborough Road South, Ilford IG3 8EU
Summary
The Palmer Catholic Academy, located in Ilford, Redbridge, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,155 students and a capacity of 1,174. As part of the Good Shepherd Catholic Trust, the academy emphasizes a strong Catholic ethos, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all pupils. The school is committed to academic excellence and personal development, aiming to inspire students to achieve their full potential.
The curriculum at The Palmer Catholic Academy is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, offering a range of subjects at both GCSE and A Level. Students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities that enhance their learning experience and personal growth. The academy also prioritizes pastoral care, ensuring that students receive the support they need throughout their educational journey.
The school community is actively involved in various charitable initiatives and liturgical events, reinforcing its commitment to Catholic social teaching. Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities and consultations, fostering a collaborative environment that benefits both students and families. For more information, visit their website at www.tpc.academy.
The curriculum at The Palmer Catholic Academy is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, offering a range of subjects at both GCSE and A Level. Students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities that enhance their learning experience and personal growth. The academy also prioritizes pastoral care, ensuring that students receive the support they need throughout their educational journey.
The school community is actively involved in various charitable initiatives and liturgical events, reinforcing its commitment to Catholic social teaching. Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities and consultations, fostering a collaborative environment that benefits both students and families. For more information, visit their website at www.tpc.academy.
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Key details
- LA
- Redbridge
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC TRUST
- Capacity
- 1174
- Pupils
- 1155
- Boys
- 660
- Girls
- 495
- FSM %
- 26.80
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 1155 | 660 | 495 | 1174 | 26.80 |
2024-09-11 | 1169 | 655 | 514 | 1174 | 22.90 |
2023-09-11 | 1172 | 650 | 522 | 1174 | 19.90 |
2022-09-11 | 1172 | 650 | 522 | 1174 | 19.90 |
2021-09-11 | 1163 | 648 | 515 | 1138 | 17.10 |
2020-09-11 | 1113 | 610 | 503 | 1138 | 17.40 |
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