Beal High School

URN: 140575 • Ilford IG4 5LP

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kathryn Burns (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02085514954
Website
Visit
Address
Woodford Bridge Road, Ilford IG4 5LP

Summary

Beal High School, located in Ilford, Redbridge, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 2,610 students and a capacity of 2,840. The school prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive community, where mutual respect and high expectations are central to its ethos. The leadership team, including Executive Principal Kathryn Burns and co-headteachers Will Mackintosh and Yvonne Andress, is committed to providing a rich and varied curriculum that supports all students in achieving their full potential.

The school is recognised for its outstanding academic performance, ranking in the top 10% of schools nationwide for student progress, attainment, and attendance. Beal High School offers various initiatives, such as the Future Leaders programme for Year 12 students, which prepares them for competitive university and apprenticeship opportunities while promoting values against hate and intolerance.

Beal High School aims to develop successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens, ensuring that students thrive both academically and as active members of their local community. The school actively engages with parents and carers to enhance the educational experience and support student development.

Key details

LA
Redbridge
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
BEACON MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST LIMITED
Capacity
2840
Pupils
2610
Boys
1407
Girls
1203
FSM %
20.00
Open date
2014-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 2610 1407 1203 2840 20.00
2024-09-11 2628 1423 1205 2840 16.80
2023-09-11 2688 1446 1242 2840 13.90
2022-09-11 2688 1446 1242 2840 13.90
2021-09-11 2672 1449 1223 2840 13.30
2020-09-11 2673 1450 1223 2840 10.30

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