Private and Grammar Schools | Redbridge

Redbridge offers a selective grammar school education known for its academic rigour and commitment to excellence.

In Redbridge, there are two grammar schools: Ilford County High School for boys and Woodford County High School for Girls. Both institutions are highly selective and maintain a strong focus on academic achievement, consistently producing outstanding results.

Below, you can find an updated list of all the private and grammar schools in Redbridge. Click the links below for individual school/admissions information, as well as some free 11 Plus exam papers in a similar style to those the school uses for its admissions test for year 7.

All Private and Grammar Schools in Redbridge

Forest School

Ilford County High School

Palmers Green High School

Woodford County High School For Girls

Forest School

  • Address: College Place, Snaresbrook, London E17 3PY, United Kingdom.

  • Founded: 1834.

  • Type of School: Independent, co-educational day and boarding school.

  • Age Range: 4-18 years old.

  • Entrance Exam Type: School's own exam.

  • Notable Features: Forest School is a well-established independent school known for its emphasis on academic excellence, outdoor education, and character development. The school boasts a 100-acre campus, offering a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities, including a strong focus on sports, music, and the arts. It is a vibrant and inclusive community that prepares students for future success.

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Ilford County High School

  • Address: Fremantle Road, Barkingside, Ilford, IG6 2JB, United Kingdom.

  • Founded: 1901.

  • Type of School: Selective grammar school for boys.

  • Age Range: 11-18 years old.

  • Entrance Exam Type: GL Assessment for the Redbridge Grammar Schools.

  • Notable Features: Ilford County High School is a renowned grammar school with a long-standing tradition of academic excellence. The school is committed to providing a challenging and supportive environment that fosters intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and personal growth. It offers a broad and rigorous curriculum, extensive extracurricular opportunities, and a strong emphasis on character development.

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Palmers Green High School

  • Address: Hoppers Road, Palmers Green, London N13 4PJ, United Kingdom.

  • Founded: 1905.

  • Type of School: Independent, all-girls day school.

  • Age Range: 3-16 years old (Nursery, Preparatory, Junior, and Senior School).

  • Entrance Exam Type: School’s own English exam and ISEB Common Pre-Test.

  • Notable Features: Palmers Green High School is a well-established independent girls' school known for its warm and friendly environment, strong academic focus, and commitment to developing well-rounded individuals. The school offers a broad and enriching curriculum, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and a supportive community that fosters intellectual curiosity, creativity, and personal growth.

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Woodford County High School For Girls

  • Address: High Road, Woodford Green, Essex IG8 9LA, United Kingdom.

  • Founded: 1919.

  • Type of School: Selective grammar school, all-girls.

  • Age Range: 11-18 years old.

  • Entrance Exam Type: GL Assessment for the Redbridge Grammar Schools.

  • Notable Features: Woodford County High School for Girls is a high-performing grammar school with a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and a strong focus on empowering young women. The school offers a broad and challenging curriculum, extensive extracurricular opportunities, and a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters intellectual curiosity, creativity, and social responsibility. It is consistently ranked among the top-performing state schools in the UK.

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