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The Ursuline Academy Ilford
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- Redbridge IG1 4JU
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Good progress and above-average standards in English, mathematics, and science.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Well-ordered and safe, with good behaviour contributing to learning.
Qualifications and Training: Strong subject knowledge and well-planned curriculum.
Current Educational Practices: Professional development linked closely to student needs.
Strengths and Challenges: Good, with emphasis on improvements; need for more tailored tasks.
Opportunities for Involvement: Effective engagement with high attendance at parent evenings.
Communication: Positive communication about progress and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Generally positive, with good feedback from parents and carers.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Swift and effective handling of concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focus on staff performance and teaching quality.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Rare incidents; effective handling.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: High levels of respect and a conducive learning environment.
Extracurricular Offerings: Range of activities supporting diverse interests.
Career Counselling Services: Effective guidance, enabling progression to higher education or employment.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Good support and progress for students with special educational needs.
Subjects Offered: Broad curriculum with a range of subjects at GCSE and A-Level.
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The Ursuline Academy Ilford is a Secondary, Girls, Roman Catholic school located in Greater London, London.
It has 761 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 66% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to the webpage for The Ursuline Academy Ilford. We appreciate your interest in our school and hope this information will help you understand who we are and what we stand for. A comprehensive Catholic school for girls in grades 11 through 19, The Ursuline Academy Ilford has four forms of entry. Students that attend this school become a part of a supportive environment. The Ursuline Order founded the school in 1903, and since then it has been offering a top-notch education and spiritual care. The school's strong feeling of community is based on Christian principles. Visitors frequently remark on the focused work environment where everyone is encouraged to give their best effort. We take great pride in our inclusive and community-focused approach. Our students are friendly, interesting, and well-spoken. They have high expectations for both their time at school and their futures. Each year the school reserves 90 places for students from practising Catholic families and 30 for students from other faith backgrounds who are supportive of and fully committed to the Catholic ethos of the school. Every form class has a mix of pupils with different academic levels and comes from both Catholic and non-Catholic backgrounds. On the Admissions part of our website, you may find more information.
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 16.9 | - | 18 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 66% | 98% | 65% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 5.70% | 35.00% | 6.70% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.71 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 57.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 45.3% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 56.7% | 42.99% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 28% | 33.11% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 17.93% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 22.59% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.01 | 3.68 | 2.82 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 94.71% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 124 | 184 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 93.43% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 10% | 16.76% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 80% | 63.24% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 3.43% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.1% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.52% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.86% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.7 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 59.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 49.24% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% | 59.56% | 45.26% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 33% | 36.32% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 21.6% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 27.36% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.13 | 3.94 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 96.86% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 124 | 181 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 96.24% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 19.24% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 74% | 64.24% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 2.9% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.24% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.24% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.24% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.74 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 59.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% 4 | 46.29% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% 5 | 58.58% | 43.34% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 43% | 36.63% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% 7 | 22.38% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% 7 | 28.04% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.23 | 3.97 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 91.67% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 122 | 164 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 89.9% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 12.95% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 75% | 63.86% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 3.38% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.81% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.14% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.71% | 2.76% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.67 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 55.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% 3 | 46.17% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% 1 | 59.22% | 42.58% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 38% | 35.78% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 21.78% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% 5 | 27.65% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.89 | 4.1 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 86.7% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 117 | 168 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 80.25% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 13.1% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 74% | 63.3% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 2.4% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.3% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.3% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.25% | 2.06% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.84 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 57.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 47.95% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% | 61.73% | 43.04% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 30% | 36.82% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 25.91% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 27.23% | 16.23% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 91.21% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 177 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 39.89% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 15.58% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 74% | 64.37% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.26% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.47% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.74% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 0.68% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.67 | 33.5 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.76 | 33.8 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.70% | 14.39% | 13.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 78 | 162 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 83% | 77.65% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 3.41% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 9.71% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 6.41% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.44 | 36.79 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.76 | 37.32 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 21.65% | 17.69% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 65 | 170 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 78.94% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 2% | 4.94% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 8.65% | 10.7% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 26.01 3 | 31.38 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.20 2 | 32.41 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.5% | 14.68% | 13.04% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 74 | 155 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 88% | 75.06% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.13% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 1% | 9.5% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 1% | 7.13% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.08 2 | 31.85 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.92 4 | 32.85 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.2% | 14.99% | 13.34% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 8 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 13.19% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.31% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 7.81% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.02 | 28.55 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32 | 30.79 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.3% | 15.09% | 12.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 6 | 14.06% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.59% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 9.29% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.29% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Ursuline Academy Ilford
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
