Forest Academy
URN: 137692 • Ilford IG6 3TN
Overview
- Name
- Forest Academy
- URN
- 137692
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BEACON MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST LIMITED
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Will Mackintosh (since 2025) , Principal Designate
- Telephone
- 02085004266
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Harbourer Road, Ilford IG6 3TN
Summary
Forest Academy, located in Ilford, Redbridge, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 823 students and a capacity of 940. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, ensuring that all students feel safe and valued. Recognised as one of London’s top 25 most improved schools, Forest Academy has demonstrated significant progress in academic performance, with attendance rates placing it in the top 15% nationally.
The curriculum at Forest Academy is designed to be ambitious and well-structured, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The school prides itself on strong subject knowledge among its teachers, who are specialists in their fields. The recent Ofsted report highlights the positive relationships between staff and pupils, as well as the respectful culture that permeates the school community.
In addition to academic achievements, Forest Academy emphasizes extracurricular activities and community engagement. The school encourages parental involvement and provides regular updates through newsletters, fostering a strong connection between home and school. With a commitment to high-quality education and student progression, Forest Academy aims to prepare its students for successful futures.
The curriculum at Forest Academy is designed to be ambitious and well-structured, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The school prides itself on strong subject knowledge among its teachers, who are specialists in their fields. The recent Ofsted report highlights the positive relationships between staff and pupils, as well as the respectful culture that permeates the school community.
In addition to academic achievements, Forest Academy emphasizes extracurricular activities and community engagement. The school encourages parental involvement and provides regular updates through newsletters, fostering a strong connection between home and school. With a commitment to high-quality education and student progression, Forest Academy aims to prepare its students for successful futures.
Useful links
- SEND Report (sen)
- Privacy Notice Students (download)
- Privacy Notice Workforce (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- BMAT Benefits (download)
- Pupil Premium (download)
- Safeguarding Policy (download)
- Extra-Curricular Timetable (download)
- Term Dates 2025-2026 (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Beal High School (70.2)
- Valentines High School (68.8)
- Beal High School (68.3)
- Ilford County High School (64.7)
- Oaks Park High School (62.5)
Key details
- LA
- Redbridge
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BEACON MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST LIMITED
- Capacity
- 940
- Pupils
- 823
- Boys
- 435
- Girls
- 388
- FSM %
- 31.00
- Open date
- 2012-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 823 | 435 | 388 | 940 | 31.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 825 | 438 | 387 | 940 | 29.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 672 | 353 | 319 | 940 | 32.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 672 | 353 | 319 | 940 | 32.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 628 | 335 | 293 | 940 | 29.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 561 | 305 | 256 | 940 | 25.00 |
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