South Chingford Foundation School
URN: 138859 • London E4 8SG
Overview
- Name
- South Chingford Foundation School
- URN
- 138859
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CHINGFORD ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 47.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Hobbs (since 2025) , Executive Prinicpal
- Telephone
- 02085319231
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Stadium Close, London E4 8SG
Summary
South Chingford Foundation School is a mixed secondary academy located in Waltham Forest, London, with a current enrolment of 617 students and a capacity of 675. The school is part of the Chingford Academies Trust and is committed to providing a high-quality education tailored to the individual strengths and interests of its students. Recognised by Ofsted as a 'good' school, SCFS aims to foster ambition and resilience among its learners, ensuring that every student excels academically and personally.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of modern life. Alongside academic learning, SCFS places a strong emphasis on personal growth through various extracurricular activities, including sports, public speaking, and the arts. This holistic approach helps students develop essential life skills and confidence.
Community engagement is a key focus at South Chingford Foundation School, with strong partnerships between staff, parents, and local stakeholders. The school prioritises tailored support for all learners, ensuring that every child receives the guidance they need to thrive in a safe and stimulating environment.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of modern life. Alongside academic learning, SCFS places a strong emphasis on personal growth through various extracurricular activities, including sports, public speaking, and the arts. This holistic approach helps students develop essential life skills and confidence.
Community engagement is a key focus at South Chingford Foundation School, with strong partnerships between staff, parents, and local stakeholders. The school prioritises tailored support for all learners, ensuring that every child receives the guidance they need to thrive in a safe and stimulating environment.
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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
- CHINGFORD ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 675
- Pupils
- 617
- Boys
- 343
- Girls
- 274
- FSM %
- 36.30
- Open date
- 2012-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 617 | 343 | 274 | 675 | 36.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 628 | 361 | 267 | 675 | 33.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 506 | 303 | 203 | 675 | 30.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 506 | 303 | 203 | 915 | 30.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 522 | 319 | 203 | 960 | 27.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 529 | 341 | 188 | 960 | 23.30 |
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