HomeSchool Profile

Welcome to Chadwell Heath Academy

As the Headteacher, it is my pleasure to introduce you to our vibrant and dynamic 6th form community. Our aim is to provide an outstanding educational experience that prepares our students for their next steps, whether that be entering higher education, embarking on a career, or pursuing other exciting opportunities. At our 6th form, we are dedicated to challenging and inspiring our students to achieve their full potential. We offer a broad and diverse curriculum that encourages intellectual curiosity and critical thinking. Our experienced teachers and support staff are committed to providing a nurturing yet rigorous environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth. We understand the importance of preparing our students for the challenges of the future. With this in mind, we offer a range of enrichment activities, work experience opportunities, and leadership programs that empower our students to develop essential life skills such as resilience, adaptability, and teamwork. These experiences are designed to prepare our students for the next steps in their academic and professional journeys. Furthermore, we pride ourselves on our comprehensive pastoral care, which provides guidance and assistance to students as they navigate their way through the 6th form and plan for their future endeavours. Our dedicated careers advisor, pastoral team, and academic mentors are here to ensure that each student receives personalised support tailored to their individual needs. As Headteacher, I am committed to creating a 6th form environment where every student feels valued, supported, and challenged. I firmly believe that the journey through 6th form should be an exciting and formative period in every student’s life, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in their future endeavours. I invite you to join our 6th form community, where you will be encouraged to push the boundaries of your learning, embrace new challenges, and prepare for the exciting opportunities that lie ahead. Together, we will embark on a journey of growth, discovery, and achievement, as we work towards shaping a future filled with success and fulfilment for each and every one of our students. Yours Sincerely, Mr R PoddingtonHeadteacher

Show full message

Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Secondary, Sixth Form

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,250 Total

No. of Boys

652 (52.2%)

No. of Girls

598 (47.8%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

10.7%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

2.48%

A*/A grades

9.29%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

96%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

1%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:14%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:80%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:1%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:1%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

69%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

6%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:83%
England:63%

Further education

School:1%
England:4%

Employment

School:5%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:10%
England:26%


Exciting Events Ahead!

A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.

Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Admissions Process

Go to School Website

Key Dates & Deadlines

Oct 16, 2025

Sixth Form Open Evening


Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

1 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Dec 19

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 20

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Summer Half Term

May 25 - May 29


Alumni Stories

Show all stories

Updates Coming Soon!

We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

Show all activities
We believe that learning should go beyond the work set in the classroom. Our enrichment programme is designed to offer new experiences and knowledge as well as building on areas of interest.

UCAS and Careers
Culture Day
Recreational Sport

About School

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityRedbridge
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeMixed