SecondaryData as of May 2026

Walthamstow School for Girls

Church Hill, Walthamstow, London, E17 9RZ

Community school · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Girls

Ofsted

Outstanding

Jun 2018

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

59.9school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

59.9

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

44.6%

Basics 9-5

72.6%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

59.9

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	59.0	46.4
2023/24	56.0	46.4
2024/25	59.9	46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference

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Progress 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	+0.79	0.00
2023/24	+0.43	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

48.0%

EBacc APS

5.43

EBacc 9-5

34.1%

EBacc 9-4

41.3%

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What parents say and who teaches here

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Nearby secondary schools

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Holy Family Catholic School

0.67 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Waltham Forest College

0.71 km away · Further education

Belmont Park School

1.1 km away · Community special school

Good

Sir George Monoux College

1.14 km away · Further education

Frederick Bremer School

1.26 km away · Community school

Good

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About Walthamstow School for Girls

Walthamstow School for Girls is a secondary school in London, Waltham Forest. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2018 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 132 responses), 92% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 59.9. The school has around 890 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Church Hill, London, E17 9RZ | More schools in Waltham Forest

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Walthamstow School for Girls, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Dec 2024 — Standards maintained
Jun 2018 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Walthamstow School for Girls

What is Walthamstow School for Girls's Ofsted rating?

Walthamstow School for Girls received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.

What do parents say about Walthamstow School for Girls?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 132 responses): 92% of parents would recommend Walthamstow School for Girls.

What are Walthamstow School for Girls's latest exam results?

Walthamstow School for Girls: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 59.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Walthamstow School for Girls located?

Walthamstow School for Girls is a secondary school in London, Waltham Forest (E17 9RZ).

How many pupils attend Walthamstow School for Girls?

Walthamstow School for Girls has around 890 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Walthamstow School for Girls with other schools?

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