Beal High School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodford Bridge Road Ilford Essex IG4 5LP |
| Phone | 02085514954 |
| Reference Number | 140575 |
Beal High School has received a 'Good' rating in its first inspection since converting to an academy. The school is noted for its strong focus on personal development, as well as exceptional leadership and management, particularly in the sixth form. Pupils enjoy a supportive environment where they feel safe and valued, highlighting the school's commitment to celebrating diversity and promoting equality. Despite the school's strengths, there are some inconsistencies in the implementation of the curriculum across certain subjects, leading to varied progress among students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 2610 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.91%
Girls: 46.09% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 20% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 33.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 180 | 171 | 351 |
| 8 | 195 | 167 | 362 |
| 9 | 209 | 151 | 360 |
| 10 | 187 | 171 | 358 |
| 11 | 205 | 151 | 356 |
| 12 | 220 | 222 | 442 |
| 13 | 211 | 170 | 381 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Pakistani | 26.9% |
| Indian | 17.2% |
| Asian, Other | 10.3% |
| White, Other | 6.4% |
| African | 4.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.7% |
| White & Asian | 2.3% |
| White, British | 1.8% |
| Caribbean | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 09 Nov 2021 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 09 Nov 2021 | School inspection: |
| 06 Feb 2014 | Academy conversion letter |
| 21 Mar 2012 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Beal High School | |
| 21 Mar 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 12 Dec 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Dec 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Dec 2002 | Full inspection |
| 02 Dec 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- A strong culture of mutual respect among pupils and staff.
- Outstanding leadership in personal development and sixth-form provision.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Positive relationships between teachers and students, fostering a great learning environment.
- Well-structured curriculum in key subjects like mathematics and geography.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in curriculum delivery affecting student progress, especially in Years 7, 8, and 9.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 52 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 58.7% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 72.9% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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 | 29.5 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 29.87 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 6.8% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 174 | 80 |
| Third Preference | 203 | 40 |
| From another Local Authority | 55 | 10 |
Previous Years
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