Caterham High School
94%
Capacity
991
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Caterham High School
Caterham High School is a co-educational boarding secondary school in Redbridge, London, catering to pupils aged 11 to 18. The school has 991 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 1,050 places).
Ofsted has rated Caterham High School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Belinda Chapple, it falls under Redbridge local authority.
In terms of academic performance, Attainment 8 is developing at 16.8. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of A.
On-site facilities at Caterham High School include Science Labs, Swimming Pool, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Theatre, Astro Turf, Tennis Courts, Music Rooms, Sixth Form Centre, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Hockey, Cross Country, Football and 4 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Science Club, Gardening, Art Club and 3 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in Redbridge, Caterham High School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Caterham Avenue, Ilford, Redbridge, IG5 0QW |
| Headteacher | Belinda Chapple |
| Local Authority | Redbridge |
| Number of Pupils | 991 |
| School Capacity | 991 / 1,050 (94% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
| Boarding | Yes — Boarding school |
GCSE Results
2023/24Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
49.3
'22/23
45.9
'23/24
48.8
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
SEN Pupil Breakdown
0
With EHC Plan
260
SEN Support
26.2% of pupils receive SEN support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Caterham High School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Caterham Avenue, Ilford
Redbridge, IG5 0QW
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