The Constance Bridgeman Centre, Ilford
The Constance Bridgeman Centre is a pru school for pupils aged 14 to 16 in Ilford. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in March 2013. Ofsted's ungraded inspection in February 2025 did not change this grade.
- Ofsted
- Good (2013)
Data last updated 27 Oct 2026
The Constance Bridgeman Centre in detail
The Constance Bridgeman Centre in its own words
In its own words: "CBC, where understanding inspires change, belief is nurtured, opportunities are created, and growth is achieved. We strive to eliminate barriers that might hinder a student’s progress, equipping them for success beyond the classroom. Through relentless encouragement, we build resilience , fostering the determination to overcome setbacks, recognise and regulate emotions in order to make sensible decisions and achieve their goals."
Clubs and activities named on the school's website include tennis and badminton.
Vision and values (school website)Clubs (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Where pupils go next
Of the 30 pupils who finished Year 11 in 2023/24, 33% stayed in education or training for at least two terms, including 30% to a further education college and 3% into work.
Who goes there
71.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 47.6% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are Asian (29%), Black (24%) and White British (10%).
In 2026, 0 pupils (0%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Chadwell Heath Rail Station, about 0.9 miles away in a straight line.
9 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Little Heath, 90 metres away.
Sources: DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 years agoThis judgement is from March 2013, 13 years ago, longer than Ofsted's usual 4-year cycle: the school may have changed since.
Overall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's February 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
The Constance Bridgeman Centre provides a supportive environment where students who have had negative educational experiences can rebuild trust and confidence in adults. Staff genuinely listen to pupils and help them feel safe. The school enriches learning with engaging experiences like art gallery visits and snowboarding, alongside social activities like shared meal times.
Key Strengths
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils help students feel safe and valued
- Staff have made swift improvements to safeguarding procedures and behaviour policies that are having positive effects
- The school provides enriching experiences beyond academics, including art gallery visits and outdoor activities
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum is not consistently well-designed across all subjects, with inconsistent sequencing of knowledge
- Teaching does not adequately meet pupils' additional needs and starting points
- Attendance and punctuality remain too low, with pupils missing important learning opportunities
- Staff lack sufficient training in subject knowledge and teaching methods to meet pupils' needs
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with revised procedures positively impacting staff and pupil confidence.
Extracurricular Activities
Art gallery visits, snowboarding, social lunch activities
The Constance Bridgeman Centre is a pupil referral unit for students aged 14-16 who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream schools. The school requires improvement across quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.
At a Glance
71.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 4 nearby schools
Latest from The Constance Bridgeman Centre
Star Learner - July
17 Jul 2026
Attendance Champion - July
17 Jul 2026
Students Secure Third Place at Their First-Ever PRU Ludus Cup
15 Jul 2026
Inaugural RISE Cup Tournament
13 Jul 2026
Student Ambassadors Enjoy Reward Trip to the Cinema
10 Jul 2026
An Exciting Day at Southend Adventure Island
9 Jul 2026
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Getting There
Bus Stops
Free school transport
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Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 81
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 14
- Children hurt
- 13
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 81 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 14 serious and 67 slight.
13 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 3 on foot and 10 in a vehicle or otherwise.
14 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Redbridge is 56 (the median across 94 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
Area Demand Pressure - Ilford
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Ilford
Across Redbridge council
Places available
3,708
Applications
3,422
Got 1st preference
68.4%
Got preferred school
93.3%
All secondary applications across Redbridge council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(8)
Ungraded inspection: The school remains Good, but Ofsted raised concerns; its next inspection will be a full graded one.
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
0
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
0.0%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
21
Total Pupils
15
Boys
6
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
13
Teachers
1.6:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£45,618
Mean salary
2026 data
Questions parents ask about The Constance Bridgeman Centre
What is The Constance Bridgeman Centre's Ofsted rating?
The Constance Bridgeman Centre's most recent Ofsted inspection, in February 2025, was ungraded, so it gave no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in March 2013, it was rated Good.
What is the catchment area for The Constance Bridgeman Centre?
No fixed boundary. When The Constance Bridgeman Centre is oversubscribed, Redbridge allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How many pupils go to The Constance Bridgeman Centre?
The Constance Bridgeman Centre has around 21 pupils on roll. 71% are eligible for free school meals.
How do I apply to The Constance Bridgeman Centre?
Apply through Redbridge's coordinated admissions process, naming The Constance Bridgeman Centre on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near The Constance Bridgeman Centre?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 81 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 14 serious and 67 slight. 13 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 3 on foot and 10 in a vehicle or otherwise. 14 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Redbridge is 56 (the median across 94 schools, same distance and years).
Where is The Constance Bridgeman Centre?
The Constance Bridgeman Centre is at Loxford Lane, Ilford, Essex, IG1 2UT.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)