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Apex Secondary School for Boys

Ilford · IG1 4UA

A*–B A-level

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9–7 GCSE

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Day fees

£11k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

Apex Secondary School for Boys is an independent day school for boys aged 11–18 located in Ilford, East London. As an unranked, uninspected establishment, it operates outside the mainstream independent school associations and serves a local catchment seeking affordable independent education. The school emphasises traditional values and all-boys education within an accessible, urban setting.

  • →Independent education at potentially lower fees than established competitors
  • →All-boys environment in a local, convenient location
  • →Entry points at 11, 13, and 16 allowing flexible admissions

Who thrives here

Boys seeking a smaller-scale, independent alternative in East London; families prioritising single-sex education and proximity over brand reputation or established track record.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports30th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeIndependent Senior · Day
Age range11–18
GenderBoys
Day fees£10.5k/yr
Settingurban
LocationExcellent tube and rail connectivity via Ilford station; strong bus network within Redbridge.

Contact & visit

287 Cranbrook Road

Ilford

IG1 4UA

02085541208
Mrs Meherun Hamid, Head

Nearest stations

Ilford (Central Line)8 min
Ilford (Great Eastern Railway)10 min
Barking (District Line)12 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Apex Secondary School for Boys?

Day fees at Apex Secondary School for Boys are approximately £10,500 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Apex Secondary School for Boys?

Apex Secondary School for Boys admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Apex Secondary School for Boys a boarding school?

Apex Secondary School for Boys is a day school in Ilford and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Accessible independent education in a convenient East London location

✓Smaller school environment with potential for greater pupil-staff familiarity

✓All-boys focus appealing to families seeking single-sex education

Common concerns

!No Ofsted inspection or external validation of teaching quality and safeguarding standards

!Lack of published outcomes data, university destination information, or inspection reports

!Uninked to major independent school associations (HMC, ISC) limits oversight and peer benchmarking