Little Ilford SchoolRectory Road , London

Little Ilford School is a secondary school in London, serving pupils aged 11 to 16. The school is a community school and operates as a mixed school. It follows a non-selective admissions policy. It does not have a designated religious character, which may suit families looking for a non-faith school.

Little Ilford School currently has around 1700 pupils on roll, which is about 94% of its capacity. The gender split is relatively balanced, with approximately 60.9% boys and 39.1% girls. Around 48.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which gives an indication of the socio-economic mix. The student population reflects a mixed community across different backgrounds and needs.

Overall absence at the school is 7.4%. Persistent absence is recorded at 22.1%. The school also includes resourced provision, supporting 25 pupils.

The student population reflects a mixed community, with bangladeshi pupils forming the largest group at around 37.6%. pakistani pupils make up about 15.5% , followed by indian at 15%

At its latest Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Good. This suggests the school is performing well overall. Safeguarding was judged to be effective, which is a key consideration for many parents.

Around 88% of pupils move on to sustained destinations after Year 11. Most continue into education (88%) , including 34% who stay in school sixth forms and 15% progressing to further education , while 0% enter apprenticeships .