SchoolScoresWalthamstow Academy
Academy · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Christian · Sixth form
Part of UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Billet Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5DP
020 8527 3750 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 6 March 2014.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 30 November 2022: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
173 pupils in this year group.
54% — 9 points above the Waltham Forest average, and 9 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Waltham Forest | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 54% | 46% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 49.2 | 45.3 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
177 pupils in this year group.
93% — about the same as the Waltham Forest average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | Waltham Forest | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 93% | 93% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 42% | 35% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 28% | 28% | 13% |
| Further education college | 21% | 26% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 1% | 3% |
| Work | 1% | 1% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 93% | 93% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
97 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Waltham Forest | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | B- | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 30% | 23% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 58% | 51% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 37.1 | 31.8 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
16 subjects, 290 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 18% | 42% | 40% |
| Chemistry | 33 | 9% | 39% | 30% |
| Biology | 26 | 4% | 15% | 27% |
| English Literature | 22 | 9% | 23% | 23% |
| Economics | 21 | 19% | 43% | 26% |
| Psychology | 21 | 5% | 14% | 19% |
| Sociology | 20 | 5% | 40% | 20% |
| Business Studies:Single | 19 | 0% | 16% | 16% |
| Physics | 19 | 5% | 21% | 31% |
| Government and Politics | 14 | 14% | 50% | 26% |
| Computer Studies / Computing | 13 | 0% | 15% | 24% |
| History | 11 | 0% | 18% | 23% |
| Religious Studies | 11 | 0% | 18% | 22% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Art and Design (Fine Art), Geography, Polish.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
104 students in this year group.
85% — 12 points above the Waltham Forest average, and 6 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Waltham Forest | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 85% | 73% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 3% | 7% |
| Work | 17% | 20% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 93% | 85% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
90 students in this year group.
88% — 21 points above the Waltham Forest average, and 28 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Waltham Forest | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 88% | 67% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 19% | 10% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 85% | 88% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Waltham Forest. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place.
| Places offered | 171 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 221 |
| Of those, offered a place | 149 (67%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 712 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.4 · 2025: 1.3 · 2026: 1.3
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
This is a Christian school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Waltham Forest | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 2nd highest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Higher than 83% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 44.8% | 34.3%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 10th highest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Higher than 74% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 4.1% | 4.6%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 4th highest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Higher than 67% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 16.1% | 12.3%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 7th highest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Higher than 93% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 50.9% | 40.0%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 5th lowest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Lower than 70% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 7.2% | 7.6%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 5th lowest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Lower than 64% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 20.6% | 23.4%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 17th lowest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Lower than 25% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 29.0 | 10.8 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 16th lowest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Lower than 16% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 12.8% | 6.2% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded7 pupils | 0.65% | 0.22% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher Joint 11th highest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Higher than 15% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 14.9 | 15.8 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 8th highest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Higher than 33% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 11.1 | 11.3 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 3rd highest of 17 state secondary schools in Waltham Forest. Higher than 84% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 21.5% | 13.9%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- South Chingford Foundation School 0.6 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 6 needs attention · 29% grade 5+ English and maths
- Big Creative Independent School 0.8 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Good (2025)
- Eden Girls' School, Waltham Forest 0.9 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2017), confirmed 2022 · 74% grade 5+ English and maths
- Frederick Bremer School 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Good (2015), confirmed 2024 · 47% grade 5+ English and maths
- Big Creative Academy 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Not yet inspected
- Holy Family Catholic School 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 43% grade 5+ English and maths
- Walthamstow School for Girls 1.1 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2018), confirmed 2024 · 73% grade 5+ English and maths
- Willowfield School 1.2 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 6 expected · 55% grade 5+ English and maths
- Highams Park School 1.3 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024) · 45% grade 5+ English and maths
- Harris Academy Tottenham 1.6 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2017), confirmed 2023 · 56% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Walthamstow Academy's Ofsted rating?
Walthamstow Academy was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 6 March 2014. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 30 November 2022, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did Walthamstow Academy do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 54% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 9 points above the England average of 45%.
Is Walthamstow Academy oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 221 families put Walthamstow Academy as their first choice for 171 places: about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place. 149 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 132727.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.