I am delighted to welcome you to South Chingford Foundation School (SCFS) and believe wholeheartedly that this school has much to offer its local community. Our goal is to ensure every student, regardless of their starting point, excels both academically and personally, in a safe and stimulating environment.

We are a proud member of the Chingford Academies Trust, dedicated to providing a world-class education for young people. Together, we share a commitment to fostering excellence, always striving to create environments where students can thrive.

SCFS is recognised by Ofsted as a ‘good’ school, thanks to the hard work and commitment of our staff and the perseverance and positivity of our students. However, we are not satisfied with ‘good’ and continue to develop a culture of aspiration and high expectations to make our school the best it can be.

We have high expectations for all our students. We work hard to provide tailored support for every learner, from our most able students to those who need additional guidance. By working closely with parents, carers, and stakeholders, we have created a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares students for the challenges of today’s world.

Alongside academic success, we place a strong emphasis on personal growth through a wide variety of extra-curricular activities. Our students engage in sports, public speaking, enterprise initiatives, and the arts, helping them build confidence and life skills that will serve them beyond their school years. Our commitment to student leadership further strengthens this by offering students opportunities to develop key leadership skills and take on roles of responsibility within the school community.

I look forward to welcoming you to SCFS, where we work together to ensure every child leaves prepared to excel in today’s ever-changing world.

Ms Emma Hobbs, Head of School, South Chingford Foundation School