Chace Community School
Chace Community School is a community school in Enfield for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 880 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Chace Community School is Good, from an inspection in June 2022. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 39.5, and 34% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: June 2022. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Secondary / Community school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Churchbury Lane Enfield EN1 3HQ |
| Phone | 02083637321 |
| Reference Number | 102049 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 880 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.27%
Girls: 52.73% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 44.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 34.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 57 | 56 | 113 |
| 8 | 61 | 89 | 150 |
| 9 | 80 | 89 | 169 |
| 10 | 71 | 83 | 154 |
| 11 | 76 | 76 | 152 |
| 12 | 41 | 40 | 81 |
| 13 | 30 | 31 | 61 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 32.4% |
| White, Other | 28.1% |
| African | 9.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 6.5% |
| Caribbean | 4.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.6% |
| Unclassified | 1.7% |
| White & Asian | 1.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| Indian | 0.8% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% |
Chace Community School is performing well overall, having improved from its previous inspection grade of requires improvement to a current rating of good. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education and a broad range of opportunities for all students, fostering an inclusive environment where pupils feel safe and valued. Strong professional relationships between staff and students contribute to a calm, productive atmosphere conducive to learning. However, there are areas identified for further improvement, particularly in embedding assessment strategies across all subjects to ensure in-depth retention of knowledge.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 20 Apr 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Apr 2022 | School inspection: |
| 02 Mar 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 May 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 05 Jun 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Apr 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 10 May 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jun 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Jun 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 17 Mar 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jan 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 14 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Oct 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Inclusive school community where all pupils are encouraged to succeed
- Ambitious curriculum that is well-sequenced and broad
- Strong support for pupils with SEND
- Effective behaviour management strategies in place
- Pupils feel safe and trusted to report concerns
- Dedicated leadership focused on continual improvement
- Well-structured programmes for personal development and life skills
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent use of assessment strategies across all subjects
- Limited involvement of pupils in extra-curricular activities, particularly in Years 10 and 11
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 39.5 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 34% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 45.6% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 26.76 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 28.57 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C- | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 2.9% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| Third Preference | 72 | 7 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 2 |
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What is Chace Community School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Chace Community School is Good, from an inspection in June 2022.
When was Chace Community School last inspected by Ofsted?
Chace Community School was last inspected in June 2022.
How many pupils does Chace Community School have?
Chace Community School has 880 pupils on roll.
What age range does Chace Community School cover?
Chace Community School for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are Chace Community School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 39.5, and 34% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Chace Community School?
Chace Community School is at Churchbury Lane, Enfield, EN1 3HQ.