SecondaryData as of May 2026

Forest Gate Community School

Forest Lane, London, E7 9BB

A Outstanding-rated secondary school in London.

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Pupils

1,344

Ages

11-16

FSM

43.2%

Attainment 8

57.9

Ofsted

Outstanding

Dec 2021

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

57.9

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

44.9%

Basics 9-5

67.8%

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

79.2%

EBacc APS

5.39

EBacc 9-5

40.2%

EBacc 9-4

52.3%

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About Forest Gate Community School

Forest Gate Community School is a secondary school in London, Newham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2021 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 57.9. The school has around 1,344 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Forest Lane, London, E7 9BB | More schools in Newham

Ofsted inspection history

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

Dec 2021 — School remains Outstanding
Feb 2016 — Outstanding (predecessor: Forest Gate Community School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Forest Gate Community School

What is Forest Gate Community School's Ofsted rating?

Forest Gate Community School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

What are Forest Gate Community School's latest exam results?

Forest Gate Community School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 57.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Forest Gate Community School located?

Forest Gate Community School is a secondary school in London, Newham (E7 9BB).

How many pupils attend Forest Gate Community School?

Forest Gate Community School has around 1,344 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Forest Gate Community School with other schools?

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