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Buxton School

234 Cann Hall Road, Leytonstone, E11 3NN

Foundation school for ages 3–16 in Leytonstone. Mixed intake.

Buxton School is a local authority maintained all-through foundation school in London, within Waltham Forest, for boys and girls aged 3 to 16. It is non-selective, has nursery classes, special classes, around 1,155 pupils and recorded provision for speech, language and communication needs. The school was rated Good at its last full Ofsted inspection in December 2017, so that judgement is now dated.

At Key Stage 2, 74% of pupils achieved the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, with 4% reaching the higher standard. Its GCSE Attainment 8 score was 45.2, and 39.2% achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. The school highlights all-through curriculum, primary, secondary, student council, leadership, clubs, careers and wellbeing.

Ages 3–16 · All-through
1,154 pupils · On roll
Foundation school · Mixed
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