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Chadwell Heath Academy
Christie Gardens, Chadwell Heath, Romford, Essex, RM6 4RS, Redbridge
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
74.1 / 100
Top 26%
Better than 74% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,250
Capacity
1,250
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 53.7, this secondary school demonstrates strong academic performance, placing it in the top 18% nationally. The percentage of students achieving grade 4 or higher in English and Maths stands at 78%, and 87% progress to university, though only 12% enter top-third institutions. Parent satisfaction is commendable, with 83% expressing happiness with the school, making it a solid choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 23 April 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 53.7 | Top 18% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 78% | Top 19% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 55% | Top 26% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 21% | Bottom 42% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 18% | Bottom 42% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 87% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 12% | Average |
Based on 137 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Parent View (123 responses)
★★★★★4.0
My child feels safe
94%
My child is happy
92%
My child makes good progress
90%
School has high expectations
90%
Good range of extra-curricular
89%
Progress is communicated
89%
Good range of subjects
88%
School keeps me informed
83%
Behaviour is good
83%
I'd recommend this school
83%
School supports development
79%
School responds to concerns
52%
Pupil Ethnicity
Asian Bangladeshi25.3%
Asian Pakistani23.3%
Asian Indian13.5%
Black African7.9%
White Other6.0%
Asian Other4.5%
Mixed Other3.7%
White British2.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.3%
Black Caribbean2.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.8%
Other1.7%
Black Other1.6%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Gypsy/Roma0.1%
Location
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51.57180, 0.11807 · RM6 4RS
School details
Local authorityRedbridge
RegionLondon
URN136267
School typeAcademy converter
Websitechadwellacademy.org.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Chadwell Heath Academy rated by Ofsted?
Chadwell Heath Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 April 2025.
Is Chadwell Heath Academy a good school?
Chadwell Heath Academy scores 74.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 26% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Chadwell Heath Academy?
Based on 123 Ofsted Parent View responses, Chadwell Heath Academy receives a satisfaction score of 79% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Chadwell Heath Academy in GCSEs?
Chadwell Heath Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 53.7. 78% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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