Ilford County High School

Ilford County High School is a selective, all-boys grammar school with a sixth form, situated in Barkingside, Essex. The school is non-denominational, with 1150 pupils studying in the main school and 342 in the sixth form. Admission to Year 7 is via an 11-plus examination supervised by the London Borough of Redbridge.

All students study a broad and balanced curriculum, culminating in the English Baccalaureate and going on to A level study. We are committed to providing a high quality, fully inclusive, grammar school education to all the students who attend our school.

Headteacher

Rebecca Drysdale

Values and vision

Ilford County High School wants all pupils to grow into happy, well-balanced young men during their time in secondary school and sixth form. Students are encouraged and nurtured to develop a wide range of skills and interests, alongside their academic capabilities. Strong emphasis is placed on citizenship and boys are supported to become actively involved in the wider community in Ilford.

Ofsted report

“Pupils are set aspirational academic targets by leaders and have high expectations of  themselves. Staff also encourage pupils to look after their physical and mental  health. Pupils said that their teachers talk about mental well-being all the time. If  pupils have a concern about anything, they can speak to a teacher. Pupils access  extra support if they need it."

View Ilford County High School’s latest Ofsted report