South Chingford Foundation School
South Chingford Foundation School is a secondary located in Waltham Forest, E4 8SG. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 628 pupils on roll.
South Chingford Foundation School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Waltham Forest
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 675
Number of Pupils: 628
Number of Boys: 361
Number of Girls: 267
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 33.9
Last Changed Date: 2024-12-06
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2016-06-13
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Hobbs
Phone: 02085319231
Website: https://www.southchingfordfoundationfs.org.uk/
Location: Stadium Close, Chingford
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Chingford Foundation School
What is the Ofsted rating of South Chingford Foundation School?
South Chingford Foundation School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does South Chingford Foundation School admit?
South Chingford Foundation School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is South Chingford Foundation School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
South Chingford Foundation School is a mixed school.
What type of school is South Chingford Foundation School?
South Chingford Foundation School is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near South Chingford Foundation School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around South Chingford Foundation School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near South Chingford Foundation School?
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