Ilford County High School

Headteachers Welcome

Ilford055You will find a warm welcome here at ICHS whether you are one of our existing students
or if you are considering joining us in the Sixth Form.

ICHS is a high achieving boys grammar school, we work alongside our students to ensure they make excellent progress and achieve their very best grades. If you decide to join us here at ICHS you will take a full and active role in our school community embracing our values of integrity, courtesy, hard work and success.

At ICHS, we offer a full range of A Level subjects. Many of our students opt to study mathematics and the sciences but we also offer a wide range of Humanities, Arts and Language subjects with the advantage of small classes and specialist staff. Our team of specialist and highly qualified staff will help guide and support you as you undertake your A Level journey. Our excellent facilities combine both the traditional with the modern.  Science and Product Design are taught in brand new, purpose built laboratories and workshops, courses are well resourced and the sixth form has its own dedicated canteen and study facilities.

Here at ICHS we recognise the importance of developing a range of transferable skills alongside excellent academic performance. Our VESPA and IMPACT Skills programme and a broad range of extracurricular and volunteering opportunities will help you prepare for life beyond school, whether that is at university, undertaking a modern apprenticeship or in the workplace. As you would expect from an academic Sixth Form we have a well-developed UCAS application programme, which is tailored to the individual needs and aspirations of each student. Students are prepared for university entrance very carefully, with additional specialist advice and guidance laid on for students embarking on courses such as medicine, law and those considering Oxbridge applications. Our destination information demonstrates that our students go on to study at a range of prestigious universities and undertake a wide variety of courses. Students leave ICHS as well rounded, kind, resilient young men with confidence and an ability to take on any challenge they may face in the future.

Entry to our Sixth Form is based on academic attainment. We are a community school and welcome young men from all walks of life to apply to join our thriving community. The pastoral support we offer our students is superb with many of our students keeping in touch long after they have left the school. Welcome to our Sixth Form!​

Rebecca Drysdale
Headteacher

Latest Tweets

@IlfordCountySch - 23rd Apr
ICHS Daily revision tips: Utilise our platforms for revisiting topics: GCSE Pod, Kerboodle, Mathswatch, Evolve, MS Teams, & MyGCSEScience.These platforms offer diverse resources tailored to different learning styles, helping reinforce understanding & retention of key concepts. pic.twitter.com/mUbbdXX1Ya
@IlfordCountySch - 16th Apr
Some of our Y10 & Y13’s visited Barcelona in March on a Languages trip. It was a great opportunity to practice Spanish and see some amazing sites. pic.twitter.com/uJxVhpKblc
@IlfordCountySch - 22nd Mar
ICHS has a bleed control bag donated by the Ricky Hayden Memorial. A life saving Kit that helps to stop catastrophic bleeds should an incident occur, helping to keep the community safe. pic.twitter.com/97SJes82KL
@IlfordCountySch - 18th Mar
ICHS has been awarded an FFT National School Attendance Award! This places ICHS in the top 10% of similar schools nationally for attendance. Congratulations to all our students, parents and staff who work so hard to ensure we have excellent attendance figures here at ICHS. pic.twitter.com/lSGhe5tj4n
@IlfordCountySch - 11th Mar
Unifrog University Fair. Virtual University Fair this Wednesday! Chat directly to 40 universities, & attend live sessions on topics like student finance, personal statements, contextual offers, & subject spotlights.Sign up to the fair (13 Mar, 4:30–7pm, free to attend) pic.twitter.com/b2uV2nS8C8
@IlfordCountySch - 11th Mar
Wishing peace, harmony and joy to everyone in our Muslim community this Ramadan 2024 pic.twitter.com/Vid5Q2jiO6
@IlfordCountySch - 8th Mar
Lunch time Chicken Makhani Curry, Sri Lankan Split Pea and Cauliflower curry, Basil Pesto Pasta and British Pie of the Day, Chicken and Mushroom Pie With Chips. pic.twitter.com/nYxA6eFPrY
@IlfordCountySch - 8th Mar
Lunch time Chicken Makhani Curry, Sri Lankan Split Pea and Cauliflower curry, Basil Pesto Pasta and British Pie of the Day, Chicken and Mushroom Pie With Chips. pic.twitter.com/nYxA6eFPrY
@IlfordCountySch - 8th Mar
This year we celebrate the amazing women of ICHS. community pic.twitter.com/4ZtfP1eD3P
@IlfordCountySch - 29th Feb
On February 28th we celebrated National Governor Awareness Day. We would like to acknowledge and celebrate the Governors of ICHS and promote the importance of their role in education.On behalf of the students, parents and staff, Thank you community, Hardwork
@IlfordCountySch - 31st Jan
1 Feb is Day, the perfect opportunity to start a conversation about mental health.It’s not always easy to say how we really feel. But talking openly can be the first step towards better mental health.How will you start your conversation?
@IlfordCountySch - 30th Jan
Thank you to everyone who attended the Sixth Form Open Evening. It was a great success! Click the link below for our 2024 Application Form.https://t.co/hVqv7c0i2f pic.twitter.com/xlCbFt5ii8
@IlfordCountySch - 30th Jan
Lunch time Chicken Tagine, Potato and Split Pea Curry and Cheesy Pasta. ##nonhalal ##feedingstudentsbetterfood pic.twitter.com/UCCIYQrpVv
@IlfordCountySch - 29th Jan
Lunch time Chicken Tagine, Potato and Split Pea Curry and Cheesy Pasta. ##nonhalal ##feedingstudentsbetterfood pic.twitter.com/UCCIYQrpVv
@IlfordCountySch - 28th Jan
6th form open evening last night was really nice to meet potential new students pic.twitter.com/qRg9AG676E
@IlfordCountySch - 26th Jan
6th form open evening last night was really nice to meet potential new students pic.twitter.com/qRg9AG676E
@IlfordCountySch - 26th Jan
1 Feb is Day, the perfect opportunity to start a conversation about mental health.It’s not always easy to say how we really feel. But talking openly can be the first step towards better mental health.How will you start your conversation?
@IlfordCountySch - 12th Jan
Monday Lunch Fragrant Chicken Tagine, Potato and Veggie Tagine, Cous cous. Pepperoni and cheese pasta. pic.twitter.com/rrf9WonXyZ
@IlfordCountySch - 12th Jan
Break time Teppan Hoi Sin Chicken with stir fried veg pic.twitter.com/6XfSvgRoNe
@IlfordCountySch - 12th Jan
Break time Teppan Hoi Sin Chicken with stir fried veg pic.twitter.com/6XfSvgRoNe