Read Academy Education
URN: 139826 • Ilford IG1 3BD
Overview
- Name
- Read Academy Education
- URN
- 139826
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gulam Abbas Hussain (since 2020)
- Previous head
- Gulam Abbas
- Telephone
- 02085549111
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 34-38 Mansfield Road, Ilford IG1 3BD
Summary
Read Academy Education, located in Ilford, Redbridge, is an independent mixed school catering to students aged 3 to 16. Established in 2013, the school operates from the historic site of Cranbrook School and is part of the Cognita group. With a current enrolment of 290 pupils and a capacity of 300, Read Academy emphasizes a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports the academic and personal development of every student.
The school promotes a strong Islamic identity while fostering a diverse and respectful community. Its curriculum is designed to meet the varied interests and needs of students, with a focus on academic excellence and personal growth. The school also prioritizes well-being, with 100% of students reporting feeling safe and valued within the school community.
Read Academy is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, being recognised as a fair trade school and actively engaging in community projects. The school encourages parental involvement and maintains open communication to ensure a collaborative approach to education.
The school promotes a strong Islamic identity while fostering a diverse and respectful community. Its curriculum is designed to meet the varied interests and needs of students, with a focus on academic excellence and personal growth. The school also prioritizes well-being, with 100% of students reporting feeling safe and valued within the school community.
Read Academy is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, being recognised as a fair trade school and actively engaging in community projects. The school encourages parental involvement and maintains open communication to ensure a collaborative approach to education.
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Nearby alternatives
- Al-Noor Primary School (63.0)
- New Rush Hall School (58.7)
- Endeavour House School (50.8)
- Hatchside School (49.4)
- Oak House School (48.0)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 290 | 163 | 127 | 300 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 265 | 144 | 121 | 300 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 234 | 126 | 108 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 234 | 126 | 108 | 228 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 205 | 108 | 97 | 228 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 160 | 82 | 78 | 228 |
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