Three Havering secondary schools have been commended by Ofsted in reports released in late June, with inspectors highlighting strong achievement, attendance and behaviour, and a caring school culture. The reports cover schools in Romford, Hornchurch and Upminster, following visits earlier this year. Ofsted noted pockets of high and strong performance across key areas, and published its findings last month after visiting four schools in the borough.
High achievement at The Campion School, Hornchurch
Ofsted’s report on The Campion School, Wingletye Lane, was published on 22 June. Inspectors judged the school to be operating at a “high standard” in achievement and in attendance and behaviour, with the other categories meeting the “expected standard”.
The write‑up praised the consistency of outcomes across subjects and over time, including for pupils facing disadvantage. In the report, inspectors said:
“This is a school where pupils consistently achieve highly across the curriculum.”
They added:
“For example, over time, disadvantaged pupils’ overall progress and attainment have been consistently above the national average for this group of pupils.”
Inspectors also noted a welcoming ethos and busy extracurricular offer, name‑checking opportunities such as a Formula 1 club and the Year 7 trip to France, which together help pupils to broaden their interests beyond the classroom.
St Edward’s, Romford, praised for behaviour and personal development
St Edward’s Church of England Academy, London Road, also received its latest report on 22 June, earning two “strong standard” grades: one for attendance and behaviour and another for personal development and wellbeing. Inspectors drew attention to the school’s culture and sense of belonging, describing a supportive climate in which pupils are engaged and respectful.
The report highlighted a “caring” environment and a “diverse community” that pupils “show pride in”. It noted that “difference is celebrated” through activities including Black History Month and a simple but powerful tradition where new starters mark their family heritage on a world map. The behaviour around school was commended, with Ofsted pointing to “high levels of respect for staff and for each other”.
Cooper’s Company and Coborn, Upminster: report published in June
The Cooper’s Company and Coborn School, St Mary’s Lane, had its Ofsted report released on 25 June. The findings underline the school’s position within the borough’s secondary landscape. Ofsted’s publication confirms the inspection cycle is actively assessing provision across Havering this term.
At a glance: what Ofsted highlighted
| School | Location | Publication date | Key highlights noted by Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Campion School | Hornchurch | 22 June | High standard in achievement; high standard in attendance & behaviour; welcoming culture; strong extracurricular participation |
| St Edward’s Church of England Academy | Romford | 22 June | Strong standard in attendance & behaviour; strong standard in personal development & wellbeing; caring, diverse community; respectfulness |
| The Cooper’s Company and Coborn School | Upminster | 25 June | Ofsted report published; details set out in the June report |
What this means for families
For parents weighing up schools for next year’s admissions or monitoring progress at their child’s current setting, these reports provide a timely snapshot. Ofsted’s framework breaks down inspection findings into categories such as achievement, attendance and behaviour and personal development and wellbeing. The descriptors in these Havering reports — including “high standard”, “strong standard” and “expected standard” — help families understand where strengths currently lie and where provision is steady.
While exam results and post‑16 destinations remain important markers for many households, Ofsted’s comments on school culture matter too. The emphasis on respectful conduct, cross‑cultural understanding and enrichment suggests pupils are getting the chances they need to take part in clubs, trips and wider learning that build confidence alongside grades.
How to follow up
- Read each school’s full Ofsted report on the official Ofsted website to see the detailed evidence and category judgements.
- Check the school’s own website for newsletters and termly updates on improvement plans or new enrichment offers.
- For prospective families, visit upcoming open evenings and ask about areas praised by inspectors, as well as any priorities for the year ahead.
These June publications form part of a wider round of inspection activity locally. Ofsted’s findings, especially around attendance and behaviour, will be closely watched into the autumn term, when schools typically redouble efforts to maintain good routines after the summer break. The positive notices for achievement and personal development across Havering should reassure many families that the borough’s secondaries are focused on both outcomes and wellbeing.
Ofsted has indicated there were four Havering schools inspected in this tranche. The three reports outlined here — for Hornchurch, Romford and Upminster — illustrate the themes running through the latest assessments. Parents and carers are encouraged to read the full reports for the most complete picture of each setting.
