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Forest Academy

Harbourer Road, Hainault, Ilford, IG6 3TN

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
823
Ages
11-16
FSM
31.0%
Attainment 8
42.0
Ofsted
Good
Jan 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
42.0
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
10.8%
Basics 9-5
37.1%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
86.1%
EBacc APS
4.01
EBacc 9-5
15.2%
EBacc 9-4
25.2%
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About Forest Academy

Forest Academy is a secondary school in Ilford, Redbridge. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.0. The school has around 823 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Harbourer Road, Ilford, IG6 3TN | More schools in Redbridge

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Forest Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jan 2023 — Good
  2. Sept 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Forest Academy

What is Forest Academy's Ofsted rating?
Forest Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Forest Academy's latest exam results?
Forest Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.0. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Forest Academy located?
Forest Academy is a secondary school in Ilford, Redbridge (IG6 3TN).
How many pupils attend Forest Academy?
Forest Academy has around 823 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Forest Academy with other schools?
View Forest Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Redbridge.