Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021
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Closing date for admissions is 31 October 2020 Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions Watch a video guide about secondary transfer and view our information film at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Contents
SECTION 1 • Foreword 4 • Visiting dates 5 • Important dates at a glance 6
SECTION 2 • Apply online 7 • Children with education, health and care plan (EHCP) 8 • Summary of secondary transfer applications 2020 9 • A step-by-step guide to secondary transfer 10 • The Pan London Coordinated Admissions System 11 • Admissions policy and oversubscription criteria for Tower Hamlets community schools 12 • Criteria flowchart 14 • Questions and answers on moving to secondary school 15 • Before you apply – dos and don’ts 16
SECTION 3 • Secondary schools and 14-19 provision in Tower Hamlets 17 • Bishop Challoner Catholic Boys’ School 18 • Bishop Challoner Catholic Girls’ School 20 • Bow School 22 • Canary Wharf College Crossharbour 24 • Central Foundation Girls’ School 26 • George Green’s School 28 • Langdon Park School 30 • London Enterprise Academy 32 • Morpeth School 34 • Mulberry Academy Shoreditch 36 • Mulberry School for Girls 38 • Oaklands School 40 • St Paul’s Way Trust School 42 • Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary School (formerly known as Sir John Cass Foundation & Redcoat CofE Secondary School) 44 • Stepney Green Maths, Computing and Science College 46 • Swanlea School 48 • Wapping High School 50 • East London Arts and Music College (16-19) 52 • London East Alternative Provision (LEAP) 54 • Mulberry University Technical College (UTC) (14-19) 56 • New City College - Tower Hamlets (14-19) 58 • South Quay College (14-16) 60
SECTION 4 • Guide to applying online 62 • Secondary schools and registered independent secondary schools in Tower Hamlets 66 • Priority geographical areas for secondary transfer applications 67 • Useful contacts 68
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 3 Foreword by the 1 Corporate Director
Dear parent or carer
Transferring to a secondary school Progress 8, in Grade 9-5 in English and is an exciting and significant time for Maths combined and the EBacc (English your child in his or her school career; Baccelaureate). All Tower Hamlets it can also be a time when both schools are committed to providing a pupils and their parents/carers need broad and balanced curriculum so your support, advice and information. child will benefit from a rich educational offer which makes use of the many and As a family, you will want to know as diverse opportunities provided through much as possible about secondary businesses, arts and other organisations. schools in Tower Hamlets, to help you make the right choice. This guide will We’re proud that Tower Hamlets take you through the process of applying schools are inclusive and that children for a place for your child. It provides with Special Educational Needs and information about all state-maintained Disabilities are educated well and thriving secondary schools in the borough, in our mainstream settings. including contact details and maps showing where each school is located. In addition, we have completed a long- term capital investment programme Throughout the guide, we have tried in the region of £300 million, which to answer many of the most frequently has transformed the environment of asked questions, as well as offering secondary and special schools across advice on how to help your child settle the borough and built bright, up-to-date into his or her new school and to places for pupils to learn and thrive. continue to learn well. This capital investment is ensuring that all of our secondary schools offer very But this is just the start. It is very good accommodation to enhance the important that both you and your son or learning environment. daughter visit your preferred schools to see them first-hand for yourselves. This For more information about any guide lists organised visiting times for all of the schools in this booklet, schools when you will be able to meet call our admissions officers on staff and pupils and see the facilities on 020 7364 4307/5860 or email school. offer. I hope you will accept the invitation [email protected] from the schools to visit and use the opportunity to discuss any issues about We look forward to your child joining your child’s future learning. one of our secondary schools and experiencing quality teaching in a friendly Over 94 per cent of secondary pupils and supportive environment. attend a school judged Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, which puts Yours sincerely school performance in the top 15 per cent nationally. 2019 GCSE results James Thomas in Tower Hamlets were above the Corporate Director, Children and Culture England average in Attainment 8, in London Borough of Tower Hamlets
4 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Visiting dates 1
The dates and times of visiting events are subject to change in accordance with the Governments social distancing advice. We ask that parents check each schools website for the most up to date information on visiting events that have been planned and also www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions
School Website (for up to date visiting arrangements)
Bishop Challoner Catholic Boys’ School www.bishopchallonerfederation.towerhamlets.sch.uk
Bishop Challoner Catholic Girls’ School www.bishopchallonerfederation.towerhamlets.sch.uk
Bow School www.bow-school.org.uk
Canary Wharf College Crossharbour www.canarywharfcollege.co.uk
Central Foundation Girls’ School www.central.towerhamlets.sch.uk
George Green’s School www.georgegreens.com
Langdon Park School www.langdonparkschool.co.uk
London Enterprise Academy www.londonenterpriseacademy.org
Morpeth School www.morpethschool.org.uk
Mulberry Academy Shoreditch www.mulberryacademyshoreditch.org
Mulberry School for Girls www.mulberryschoolforgirls.org
Oaklands School www.oaklands.towerhamlets.sch.uk
St Paul’s Way Trust School www.spwt.net
Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary School (formerly known as Sir John Cass Foundation & Redcoat www.stepneyallsaints.school CofE Secondary School)
Stepney Green Maths, Computing and Science College www.stepneygreen.towerhamlets.sch.uk
Swanlea School www.swanlea.co.uk
Wapping High School www.wappinghigh.org
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 5 1 Important dates at a glance
September to October 2020 Parents and pupils visit schools (see page 5 for details, school websites and www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions)
First week of September Parents can view the online secondary booklet at: www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions
Tuesday 1 September to Saturday 31 October 2020 Parents apply online naming maintained (non fee paying) schools
Thursday 10 September 2020, 4pm Join the Pupil Services Team and the Transitions team from the Family Information Advice and Support service (formerly Parents Advice Centre) for a presentation on secondary transfer Copy the link below into your browser and join the meeting via Zoom https://zoom.us/j/93255688205?pwd=a2RvY0o4UXd5V2hIdHpmd2xrQW5oQT09
Friday 23 October 2020 (Friday before half term) Date by which parents should submit their online application for processing and checking
Saturday 31 October 2020 Statutory deadline for receipt of applications
Monday 1 March 2021 Letters sent by Pupil Services notifying parents of decisions
Monday 29 March 2021 Closing date for appeals for Tower Hamlets schools that use the council’s admissions policy
March 2021 Parents of pupils without an offer at a preferred school can apply to schools that still have places remaining
April, May and June 2021 Appeals heard for Tower Hamlets secondary schools
September 2021 Your child starts secondary school
6 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Apply online 2
If you live in Tower Hamlets you need to apply using the online application form. You can apply between 1 September and 31 October 2020 at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions or www.eadmissions.org.uk
It is a simple and easy way to submit your child’s secondary transfer application. How do I get started? Free access to computers You will then be able to: You will need an email address. You can at our Idea Stores • Search for schools in Tower Hamlets register for a free email account with a Please be aware that at the time of and across London number of providers. • Access information about schools publication, the re-opening of Idea and links to school websites Stores following the lockdown means • Make changes to your application I have an email address, that only the Idea Stores at Chrisp up until the closing date what next? Street and Whitechapel are open. You 31 October 2020 may also need to book a time to visit • Receive notification of the outcome Visit www.eadmissions.org.uk or to use the computers that have of your application by email. to register or you can use the link internet access. Bringing your own from the Tower Hamlets website device to use the wifi is not currently We strongly recommend that you submit at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ available, so please check the website your application online by Friday 23 schooladmissions www.ideastore.co.uk to keep up to October 2020 (the week before half date on which services are available, or other Idea Stores that may be open. term) in case you forget your password Who can help me with my or username or lose internet access for Make a note of the following any reason. online application? details as you will need this • Guidance on how to apply online is information to access your in this booklet – see page 62. application and offer in March. • The pupil services team can offer Application reference number: advice and answer any questions on 020 7364 4307/5860 or at school.admissions.gov.uk Username: • Tower Hamlets Transition Support Service provides information and advice about the secondary transfer Password: process to help families manage change and make informed decisions Email: [email protected] Idea Store Chrisp Street Telephone: 020 7364 1533 1 Vesey Path, East India Dock Road, E14 6BT
Idea Store Whitechapel 321 Whitechapel Road, E1 1BU
Secondary transfer parents’ session There will be an information and advice session for parents via zoom – please use this link to attend on Thursday 10 September at 4pm: https://zoom.us/j/93255688205?pwd=a2RvY0o4UXd5V2hIdHpmd2xrQW5oQT09 Get information on secondary transfer and ask questions to the pupil services team and the Transitions team of the Family Information Advice and Support Service (formerly Parents Advice Centre).
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 7 Children with education, health 2 and care plan (EHCP)
Tower Hamlets aims to offer every child a place in a local mainstream school.
The arrangements for the admission of In September, at the start of year 6, The panel will make every effort to children with education, health and care Tower Hamlets parents and carers receive comply with parents’ and carers’ plans (EHCP) are different from those for the secondary transfer application pack. wishes in naming their preferred school, children without plans. The parents or although it cannot be guaranteed that carers of children with EHCPs have the For pupils with an EHCP, the it will be approved. Consideration will right in law to request that a particular application pack contains: be given to selecting the second or school, (mainstream or special) is • A covering letter explaining the third preference school if the first choice named in their child’s plan. transfer process cannot be approved. If only one school • The secondary transfer booklet is requested and is not agreed, a place However, the placement must be: • A form on which parents/carers can will be allocated at the nearest suitable • suitable for the child’s age, ability, express their preference for up to school by the panel. aptitude and special educational three schools needs; and There are a number of travel assistance • compatible with the efficient Help with completing the form is options available to children with an education of the other children with available from the primary school, the EHCP that support a safe and supportive whom the child would be educated SEN team on 020 7364 4880 or the journey to and from school. Children or the efficient use of the local Family Information, Advice and Support referred for travel assistance will be authority’s resources. Service (formerly Parents Advice Centre) assessed to evaluate and decide which on 020 7364 6489. type of travel assistance support, if any is Transfer to secondary school is a key most appropriate. item for discussion at the year 5 annual The form should be returned to the SEN review, so that parents/carers have section at the Town Hall (Mulberry Place) It is not an automatic right that all enough time to consider the type of no later than 31 October 2020. It may not children with an EHCP will receive travel provision they would prefer and to visit be possible to consider forms received assistance; this includes but is not suitable schools. after that date. exclusive to children attending secondary school, and children who attend schools Parents and carers are advised, when Please note you must not make an outside of the borough. visiting secondary schools, to carefully online application if your child has consider whether their preferred schools an EHCP. Parents and carers whose children have are appropriate for their child’s needs, an EHCP may appeal to the First-Tier particularly if requesting a place in a In order to make the secondary transfer Tribunal (Special Educational Needs and school in another local authority. process as fair as possible, all requests Disability) if the local authority does not for secondary schools for children with comply with their request. The Family Information, Advice and and EHCP will be considered at the Support Service (formerly Parents Advice Special Educational Needs Secondary For advice on secondary transfer for Centre) invites parents and carers to a Transfer Panel, which is held in pupils with EHC plans, contact the SEN meeting in the summer term of year 5 November each year. team on 020 7364 4880. to learn about the arrangements for transfer, to discuss general issues and concerns, and ask questions about secondary transfer. This meeting is attended by a representative from the Special Educational Needs (SEN) team who will give advice and information and answer parents’ questions. Parents and carers who cannot attend are still welcome to contact the Family Information, Advice and Support Service (formerly Parents Advice Centre) or SEN team for advice and information.
8 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Summary of secondary transfer applications 2020 2
School Places No of Pupils Number of children accepted under each criterion on 1 March Total available applications admitted by the on SEN Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion closing date grounds 1 2 3 4 5 6
Bow School 240 396 No applicant was refused a place 237
Central Foundation Girls' School 240 635 2 0 1 60 56 0 121 240
George Green’s School 210 350 11 0 0 52 76 0 71 210
Langdon Park School 180 346 No applicant was refused a place 190
London Enterprise Academy 120 193 No applicant was refused a place 78
Morpeth School 240 782 12 0 3 60 94 1 70 240
Mulberry Academy Shoreditch 180 300 No applicant was refused a place 206
Mulberry School for Girls 240 651 7 0 0 60 51 0 122 240
Oaklands School 180 382 4 1 0 26 56 0 43 179
St Paul's Way Trust School 240 1317 26 2 0 60 87 1 64* 240
Stepney Green Maths, 190 595 4 0 0 47 40 0 99 190 Computing and Science College
Swanlea School 210 890 15 0 4 52 64 2 73 210
*8 places were offered under Music criterion
School Places No of Number of children accepted under each criterion on 1 March Total available applications offered by the Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion closing date 1 2 3 4 5 6
Bishop Challoner Boys’ School 120 204 No applicant was refused a place 98
Bishop Challoner Girls’ School 150 237 No applicant was refused a place 111
School Places No of Number of children accepted under each criterion on 1 March Total available applications offered by the Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion closing date 1 2 3 4 5 6
Canary Wharf College 108 472 This information is available direct from the school 108 Crossharbour
School Places No of Number of children accepted under each criterion on 1 March Total available applications offered by the Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion closing date 1 2 3 4 5
Stepney All Foundation Places 40 105 This information is available direct from the school 36 Saints CofE Language Places 16 85 This information is available direct from the school 16 Secondary School** Open Places 152 1244 This information is available direct from the school 156
**formerly known as Sir John Cass Foundation & Redcoat CofE Secondary School
School Places No of Number of children accepted under each criterion on 1 March Total available applications offered by the Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion Criterion closing date 1 2 3 4 5
Wapping High School 84 137 This information is available direct from the school 48
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 9 A step-by-step guide to 2 secondary transfer
responsibility to provide all the information If you need help and advice when Visiting schools that a school needs. completing your application, you can The first thing you should do before call Pupil Services for assistance on 020 7364 4307/5860 or email school. deciding on which schools to apply for is Non-Tower Hamlets residents to visit as many as possible. It is important [email protected] to find out as much as you can about If you do not live in Tower Hamlets, you them. The information given in this booklet must apply online following the instructions The online system is available 24 hours a is only a guide and it will be difficult to issued by your home borough. The contact day, seven days a week, up until midnight reach a decision until you have visited the details for the school admission teams in on the closing date of Saturday 31 schools and met the students and staff. neighbouring boroughs are on page 68. October 2020. However, we encourage The visiting times for the schools can be applicants to submit their application by found on page 5. You can also watch If you are applying to any of the Tower no later than Friday 23 October 2020 the video guides which accompany this Hamlets schools that use the council’s (the Friday before half term) as this will booklet at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ admission policy, you must also complete allow sufficient time for checking. secondaryadmissions. the Tower Hamlets supplementary form, available from Pupil Services. The supplementary form provides additional Medical and social reasons The application procedure information that we require. Failure to If there are special medical or social (Tower Hamlets residents only) complete this form may mean that your reasons that you wish to give in support application is given a lesser priority under At the beginning of September, Tower of your application, you must state this the council’s admission policy. This could Hamlets parents will be able to view the in your online application explaining online secondary transfer booklet at: therefore result in your child not being offered a place. why your preferred school is the most www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ suitable and the difficulties that would secondaryadmissions result if your child had to attend another Additional forms for, Stepney All school. These reasons can include factors Your primary school will give you your Saints CofE Secondary School affecting your child, yourself and other childs Band information - you will need (formerly known as Sir John family members. They must be supported this when making your application online in writing by a professional such as a (see page 15). Cass Foundation & Redcoat CofE Secondary School), doctor or social worker and submitted with your application. You can attach your Tower Hamlets parents whose children Bishop Challoner and Canary supporting documents with your online attend primary schools outside the Wharf College Crossharbour application. Just submit the application borough will also be able to view the first, then click on the ‘attach document’ secondary booklet online. Parents All parents wishing to apply to, button to add the further information. should ask their childs primary school Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary for a teacher assessment of their Band School, Bishop Challoner Federation of Schools or Canary Wharf College (see page 15). If you child has a Changing your preferences statement of special educational needs Crossharbour will also need to complete or an educational, health and care plan, a supplementary form, which you must If you want to change the schools that you please read the information on page 8. obtain and return directly to these are applying to in any way (your preferences schools. If parents do not complete a or choices), you can do so online up until If your child is home educated or at supplementary form it may affect the midnight on 31 October 2020. an independent primary school, you outcome of the application. can view the online secondary booklet Late applications at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ Completing your application secondaryadmissions If you wish to apply or make changes after You should apply online by visiting 31 October 2020 you must call the Pupil Services team on 020 7364 4307/5860 Tower Hamlets residents www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ or email: school.admissions@ applying to schools outside of schooladmissions or towerhamlets.gov.uk.Your application www.eadmissions.org.uk the borough or changes may not be considered until Please then follow the steps set out April 2021, after the decisions have been If you wish to apply to schools outside in the online application guide on taken for those applications that were Tower Hamlets you must check with the page 62. local authority or schools concerned as received on time. However, if there is an to whether you will need to complete any unavoidable reason for your application supplementary forms. Individual schools You should name up to six schools in being late, for example your family has can provide you with admission policies, order of preference on your application only just arrived in Tower Hamlets, we which you should read. It is also advisable form. This will maximise the possibility may make an exception to this rule and, to contact the local authority for a copy of your child being offered a school you where possible, treat your application as of their admissions brochure. It is your would like them to go to. though it was received on time.
10 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 A step-by-step guide to secondary transfer 2
Please note that if you are applying to schools in other boroughs they may have Waiting lists NOTICE different arrangements. If your child has not been offered a place Please note that Stepney Green Maths, at one of your preferred schools, they Computing and Science College will remain on the waiting lists for these changed from a boys’ school to a co- Notifying parents of the schools until the end of the autumn term educational (boys and girls) school results of their applications (December). If you still wish to remain on from September 2019. During the first five years of its transition a special the waiting list after December, you must On 1 March 2021, Pupil Services will exemption is being applied for, which send parents a letter notifying them of complete an in-year transfer form, which will have the following impact on the highest ranked school that is able is available from Pupil Services. Please admissions at Year 7 as follows: to offer a place. If an application for a note that transfers take place at the In the event of the Academy being higher ranked school is unsuccessful, beginning of every term and half term. oversubscribed the 190 spaces will the letter will tell parents how they can You can view the timetable in the guidance be divided equally between boys notes that accompany the in-year transfer appeal against the decision to refuse and girls. This means that no more form on the council’s website. than 95 boys and 95 girls will be a place. Lower ranked offers will be offered places. This exemption could cancelled or withdrawn. For Bishop Challoner, Canary Wharf College mean that some children will be Crossharbour, London Enterprise Academy, refused a place, because there are Parents may also receive letters from more applications than the 95 places Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary voluntary aided and academy schools available for their gender. However, School (formerly known as Sir John Cass explaining why the application was after 1 March (offer day), if places Foundation & Redcoat CofE Secondary refused or an offer of a place was become available they will be filled School) and Wapping High School, please regardless of gender. This arrangement not made. If you receive an offer of a follow the advice in the letter from the school. only applies to applications for Year place at a non-Tower Hamlets school, 7 entry in September. It will continue you will be asked to return a reply slip Parents without the offer of a school for each Year 7 entry up to and until confirming your acceptance of the place can also contact Pupil Services and September 2023. Thereafter, Stepney place. You must return the slip by the Green School’s admissions will operate ask for their child’s name to be placed date stated in the letter. without special regard to maintaining on waiting lists for other Tower Hamlets an equal balance of gender. schools they did not apply to originally.
The Pan London Coordinated Admissions System
Tower Hamlets Council, along with the 32 other London boroughs and councils that border the capital, is part of the Pan London Coordinated Admissions Scheme, which coordinates admissions to secondary schools across London.
The aim of the scheme is that as many only one offer is made and it will be from Where there are more applications than parents as possible receive an offer at the highest ranked school (by parents’ there are places available, the school’s one of their preferred schools – it also preference) that is able to make an offer. published oversubscription criteria is ensures everyone is notified of their The form must then be returned to the used to decide which applicants can offer on the same date. For the 2020/21 council for the borough in which the be offered places. Any other schools academic year, this is Monday 1 March child lives for processing. applied to remain confidential before the 2021. This helps to make sure that no- decisions are made. one receives more than one offer. The councils that take part in the Pan London Coordinated Admissions Councils hold the offer for the highest Scheme use a computerised system to preference on the parent’s form where a How does the scheme work? share the details of applications. They place can be offered and release all other Parents list the schools that they want will then coordinate the offers of places lower preferences, so that these can be to apply to on one form, ranking them to try to make sure that nobody gets offered to others. Potential offers are then in order of preference. The school offered more than one school place. exchanged between councils until they they most want should be listed first, The decision on whether a school place are in a position to make the single best followed by the next one they prefer can be offered is made by the admission offer to parents using all available places. and so on. This is important because authority for the school.
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 11 Admissions policy and oversubscription criteria 2 for Tower Hamlets community schools
Firstly, children with a statement of special educational need or an education, NOTES Priority zone health and care (EHC) plan must be Note 1: Parents of children with The south Wapping priority zone is in offered a place at their preferred school, statements of special educational the area south of Cable Street and Royal unless there are particular reasons why need or an EHC plan should be aware Mint Street, west of Butcher Row, north the local authority is unable to do so (see that we want to make sure that these of the Thames and east of Mansell Street note 1). The place will be provided in the pupils do not, at secondary transfer and Tower Bridge Approach. Children appropriate band. time, become concentrated in a living in this area will have priority for few schools. Our experience shows admission to the designated schools, A quarter of the total places available that this can compromise the most which are Mulberry School for Girls and at the outlined schools are allocated to effective education of the children and Stepney Green Maths, Computing and each of the four bands. If any of these are the best use of resources. This means Science College. oversubscribed in any band, the admission that if any particular school receives criteria below will be used (in descending a large number of applications for The west Bethnal Green priority zone is order of priority) to allocate places. pupils with statements, some of these may be refused. All applications the area south of Quaker Street, west of 1. Children looked after by the local will be considered by the Special Brick Lane, north of Whitechapel High authority, previously looked after children Educational Needs Panel. Street and east of Middlesex Street. who have left care under a special Note 2: Confirmation of a child’s Children living in this area will have priority arrangement (residence) or special looked-after status will be required. for admission to the designated school, guardianship order, or those adopted Note 3: Applications under this which is Swanlea. from local authority care (see note 2). category are considered by the Primary to Secondary Transfer 2. Pupils who have a strong medical or Exceptional medical or social reason to attend the school Committee. The committee is made applied to. This can include the parents’, up of a headteacher, a member of social reasons the attendance and welfare service carers’ or other family members’ and a medical professional. They will Where there is a very strong medical or medical conditions and the family’s decide whether the application should social reason for attending a particular social needs. Parents must complete be given priority under this category. school, priority may be given for the relevant section on the application Note 4: Sibling refers to brother or admission. Parents must complete form and attach medical and/or social sister, half brother or sister, adopted the relevant section on the online reports from a suitable professional brother or sister, step brother or sister, application and attach medical and/ (e.g. a doctor or social worker) to or the child of the parent/carer’s or social reports signed by a doctor support the application (see note 3). partner, and in every case, the child or social worker to their application. 3. Pupils living nearest the school who are should be living in the same family unit These reports must be received by the first born of their sex in the case of at the same address. The address 31 October 2020 – a reminder will a single sex school, or the eldest child used should be the one that the child not be issued. The application will be in the case of a mixed school. The usually lives at and attends school from. considered by the Primary to Secondary number of children admitted under this Note 5: Priority will be limited to three Transfer Committee. category will reflect 25 per cent of the places in each year. The staff applicant intake of the school in each band. must complete the relevant section 4. Pupils who have a brother or sister at on the application online and attach Confirmation of address documentation supporting admission the school at the time of admission on these grounds. It is the staff Applications should be submitted (see note 4). applicant’s sole responsibility to provide according to where the child normally 5. A child whose parent is a member of this information. Without the provision resides. This will normally be with an adult staff and has been employed at the of the relevant documents, the child will or adults who have legal responsibility school concerned for two or more not be considered on these grounds. for the child. years at the time of application and/ Note 6: Home to school distances or children of a member of staff who will be measured by the shortest Where the child lives at the property for has been recruited to fill a vacancy walking route from the home address part of the week with different adults who for which there is a demonstrable to the nearest available pupil entrance have legal responsibility, the address skill shortage (see note 5). in constant use to the school, using a where the child spends the majority 6. Pupils who live nearest to the school by computerised digitised map. Please of the week will normally be used. If note that you cannot compare the shortest walking route (see note 6). time is spent between two homes distances to those calculated using any personal or online geographical equally, the parents/carers must agree In categories 3, 4 and 6 above, a higher information system software you may the address to be used and a single priority will be given to pupils who live in have access to. In the situation that application should then be made. This the priority zones of south Wapping or two or more applications measure the will commonly be where child benefit is west Bethnal Green applying to one of same distance to the school, random payable, however all evidence will be the designated schools (see the priority allocation will be used. taken into account. zone section for more information).
12 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 (This includes Mulberry Academy Shoreditch, Central Foundation Girls’ School, George Green’s School, Mulberry School for Girls and Stepney Green Maths, Computing and Science College.) 2
Parents will be required to provide a pupil’s previous behaviour, attitude or acceptable independent proof of their The admission policies for the attendance record. Any meetings held child’s address. They must make sure Bishop Challoner Federation to discuss suitable options and courses that the application form they complete is of Schools, Canary Wharf will not form part of the school’s decision accurate and must contact Pupil Services College Crossharbour, London making process. and tell their child’s headteacher if there is a relevant change after it has been Enterprise Academy, Stepney If you wish to appeal against a decision submitted. Places may be withdrawn All Saints CofE Secondary to refuse your child admission to a if false information is entered on the School (formerly known as Tower Hamlets school’s sixth form, application form. Parents who do not Sir John Cass Foundation you can submit your appeal online provide evidence of their child’s address & Redcoat CofE Secondary at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ as requested, or provide conflicting or secondaryadmissions inconclusive information, may have the School), St Paul’s Way Trust, place withdrawn even if it has already Wapping High School Admission of children outside been accepted. The admission policies for these schools are available on their websites or at www. their normal age group Applicants living overseas may only towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions Children in Tower Hamlets transfer from submit an application if they have an If you are not sure about your child’s primary to secondary school when they address within the local authority area, claim to a place at one of these schools, are 11 years old. The local authority would and documentary evidence can be on religious or other grounds, read therefore expect a child to start secondary supplied to show they will return to the the admission criteria and check with school in year 7, which is the normal age address prior to the September in the the school before applying. Please group for an 11-year-old starting secondary year of entry. This address must not be remember that, where necessary, it is your school. However, it is also acknowledged that of a friend, relative or other address responsibility to complete a supplementary that there may be an exceptional reason of convenience. form for these schools and to return it to for a child to start secondary school them with all of the information requested outside of the normal age group. This For families of UK service personnel with by the closing date. If you don’t, your could be for a child to transfer early, at a confirmed posting in Tower Hamlets, or application will not be fully considered the end of year 5, or for a child to remain crown servants returning from overseas and this could affect the decision. an additional year at primary school when to live within the borough, an address in they reach the end of year 6. Tower Hamlets will be used for admission purposes in advance of arrival in the UK. Applying for school places at If you are a parent of a child who you think This is provided that the application is sixth form (years 12 and 13) needs to start secondary school outside accompanied by an official letter (i.e. from of their normal year group, please write to the Ministry of Defence or Foreign and Most schools in Tower Hamlets have a Pupil Services by 31 October 2020. Your Commonwealth Office), which declares a sixth form. The individual school pages in letter should clearly explain the exceptional relocation date and a unit postal address this booklet will include information about reasons for your request and you must or quartering area address. the sixth form and the section with the school’s contact details has a website also include up-to-date advice from an address where its sixth form admissions appropriate education professional. Siblings in the same year policy can be viewed. group transferring Your request will be considered by the Individual schools take decisions on local authority’s service head for learning Where two or more siblings are in the sixth form admission. Their policies will and achievement. The service head will same year group (e.g. twins) and it’s therefore include: a timetable with a also seek the views of your child’s primary the parent’s wish that they should closing date for the receipt of applications; school and its education psychologist, attend the same school, if one sibling separate admission numbers for internal before deciding whether or not your child’s can be offered a place, the other will and external applicants; and course entry needs can be met within the current automatically be offered a place to criteria that apply to both internal and year group. You will be notified of the ensure they’re not separated. external applicants. decision in writing.
Similar to the admissions arrangements You must also submit a secondary school Changing preferences for entry to year 7, looked-after children application by the 31 October 2020 Parents and carers may not change their and previously looked-after children closing date. Where it is agreed that your preferences unless there is a genuine are given the highest priority for sixth child can transfer early, your secondary reason for doing so, for example a form admission, provided they meet the school application will then be considered change of address. Requests to change school’s course entry criteria. separately, according to the school(s) preferences must be made in writing, admission criteria. There is no guarantee giving the full reasons. When deciding on admission to the sixth that your child will be offered a place at form, a school will not take account of your preferred school(s).
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 13 2 Criteria flowchart
Does your child have a statement of special educational Please contact the Special Educational needs or an education, health and care plan? Needs team on 020 7364 4462. SEN
1 Children looked after: Is your child looked after by Your application will be considered under a local authority or was adopted (or made subject to this criterion and will have the highest a child arrangements or special guardianship orders) priority. Please provide a letter from your immediately after being looked after? child’s social worker to confirm that See page 12 for a full definition. your child is or was looked after.
2 Medical/Social: Does your child, or any other family member, have a strong medical or social need to attend a specific school? If yes then please provide: Your application will be considered • professional evidence (eg from a doctor or under this criterion, which has priority educational psychologist) and over applications considered under • an explanation outlining why this is the only school criteria 3 and 4. that can meet your child’s needs See page 12 for a full definition.
First born: Is your child: 3 Your application will be considered • eldest in the family? eldest girl? eldest boy? under this criterion. The closest 25 per Pupils living nearest the school who are the first born cent of First Born pupils in each Band of their sex, in the case of a single sex school, or the will have priority over applications eldest child in the case of a mixed school. considered under criteria 4 and 5. See page 12 for a full definition.
Your application will be considered Siblings: Does your child have a brother or sister at 4 under this criterion which has priority the school at the time of admission September 2021? over applications considered under See page 12 and 13 for a full definition. criteria 5.
5 Children of staff: Are you a member of staff who has been employed at the school you are applying to for two Your application will be considered or more years at the time of application and/or are you a under this criterion which has priority member of staff who has been recruited to fill a vacancy over applications considered under for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage? criteria 6. See page 12 for a full definition.
6 Distance: All remaining applications will be considered under the distance criterion, with priority given to those children living closest to the school. See page 12 for an explanation of how we measure distances.
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What is banding? How do I appeal? Further appeals Tower Hamlets has a policy of banding The notification letter will give you The decision of the appeal panel is final. to try to ensure that its schools take in an information about appeal procedures. A fresh appeal can be made where a new even balance of pupils from a range of If you live in Tower Hamlets and application is unsuccessful. However, abilities. All of the borough’s community you are refused a place at a Tower new applications in the same academic schools use banding. This includes Central Hamlets school that uses the council’s year will only be allowed where there has Foundation, George Green’s, London admission policy, you will receive been a relevant change of circumstances Enterprise Academy, Mulberry Academy information on how to make your appeal since the original decision. Shoreditch, Mulberry School for Girls, St online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ Pauls Way Trust, Stepney All Saints CofE secondaryadmissions. Secondary School (formerly known as Sir Do all schools keep John Cass Foundation & Redcoat CofE When making your appeal, please state waiting lists? Secondary School) and Stepney Green your reasons clearly, otherwise it may not Waiting lists are held for the Tower Hamlets Maths, Computing and Science College. be considered. For schools outside Tower schools that use the council’s admission Hamlets, you should immediately contact policy. From March to September, there Given the circumstances with Covid -19 the relevant local authority for details of is a waiting list for each band. All schools it was not possible to carry out the usual the appeal arrangements. You must do must keep a waiting list until the end of the testing arrangements of Year 5 pupils in the this straight away to make sure you do autumn term, (December) at least. If you school summer term 2020, in order for this not miss the appeal closing date. data to then be used for secondary school are refused a place at a voluntary aided banding. The band for a pupil attending a school or a school in another borough, Tower Hamlets primary school will therefore When will my appeal be heard? you will have to check if they will keep the be determined, this year, by a teacher waiting lists any longer than this. Appeal panels are independent of schools assessment in reading. The assessment and admission authorities. They sit during will be based on where the pupils would the summer term and you should know How are the waiting lists kept? have been predicted to have been working their decision before your child starts at the end of Year 5 had schools been Pupil Services will maintain the waiting school in September. At the time of going functioning ‘as normal’ and following the lists for Tower Hamlets community to press, 302 appeals had been heard for national curriculum Year 5 programmes schools. This includes Mulberry Academy the 2020 secondary transfer admissions of study. The results of the assessment is Shoreditch, Central Foundation Girls’, and 16 were successful. used to place a child in one of four bands George Green’s, Mulberry School for Girls, Band A,B, C and D. D is the highest St Paul’s Way Trust and Stepney Green scoring band. Are places reserved Maths, Computing and Science College. for appeals? For pupils applying from primary schools If your child has not been offered a place outside of Tower Hamlets we will also No. Places that become available before at one of your preferred schools, they determine the band by asking the primary appeals have been heard will be filled will remain on the waiting lists for these school for a teacher assessment in reading. periodically from the waiting list. If an schools until the end of the autumn appeal is successful, the school must term (December). You will then need to offer a place to the child concerned reapply to remain on the waiting list after How will I be notified about the causing the number of children to December. See note on page 11. outcome of my application? be admitted to exceed the planned Notification of the outcome of your admission figure. No further places will be There will be separate waiting lists for online application will be made by email. offered until the number of children to be each band - late applicants will be added Emails will be sent from the evening of admitted drops beneath this figure again. to these. Until September 2021 the 1 March 2021. Parents/carers will also waiting lists for each band will be kept in be notified by letter, which will be sent the following descending order of priority: on 1 March 2021. 1. Children with a brother or sister in the school at the time of admission. What if I apply late? 2. Children living nearest the school. If a vacancy arises, it will be offered to If you apply after 31 October 2020 the first applicant on the waiting list for your application may not be considered that band. If a school cannot fill all the until April 2021. However, if it is agreed places available in a particular band, that there is a good reason for your places will be filled by applicants from application being late, consideration will adjoining bands. be given and an exception to this rule may be made.
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 15 Questions and answers on 2 moving to secondary school
From September 2021, the waiting lists are combined into one list, disregarding the bands. The order of priority for the waiting list will then be: 1. Children looked after by the local authority, Before you apply: previously looked after children who left care under a residence or special guardianship order, or those adopted from DO: local authority care. 2. Children without a school place. Visit schools – this is the best way to get a feel for 3. Children with a brother or sister in the school. the school. You can meet staff, ask questions and see 4. Children whose parents are members of staff. the school in action. Visiting dates are on page 5 5. Children living nearest the school. and available on each school’s details page. Proximity to the school will determine priority Think about what is right for your child – don’t where there are competing claims to a place. rely on what others tell you, visit the school and see for yourself. What happens if I haven’t got a place in a school of my choice? Talk to your child – involve them as much as you can. You have a legal duty to ensure that your child Think about the journey – how easy will it be to get receives an education. A place will be reserved to the school? for your child at the nearest school to you that still has a vacancy. You should take up the place Check the admissions criteria and how likely it is reserved or contact Pupil Services to ask about that your child would be offered a place. vacancies in other schools. Use all your preferences – make sure you include Where can I go for more advice? your most local school. You can contact Pupil Services or visit the office Ask the pupil services team for advice. in working hours. A Bengali and Sylheti speaking member of staff is available upon request. Make sure you press ‘submit’ when you finish your online application. You should receive a Pupil Services reference number confirming safe receipt. Email: [email protected] Telephone: 020 7364 4307/5860 DON’T: The Family Information, Advice and Support Service (formerly Parents Advice Centre) offers Put private (independent) fee paying schools on a range of services to parents and carers and your application – you should apply directly to the young people including: private school. • expert information advice and support for parents of children with special Wait until the last minute to apply – you may have educational needs problems logging in or getting online. Give yourself • explaining the admissions process and plenty of time to think things through. supporting parents in completing online applications List only one school – your application won’t be • supporting families with managed moves, treated more favourably and you could lose out on exclusions and appeals. another school you like. Tower Hamlets Transition Support Service provides information and advice about the secondary transfer process to help families manage change and make informed decisions. For information on travel, free school meals, attendance Contact: and local authority guidance visit Email: [email protected] www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions Telephone: 020 7364 1533
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School Page
Bishop Challoner Catholic Boys’ School 18
Bishop Challoner Catholic Girls’ School 20
Bow School 22
Canary Wharf College Crossharbour 24
Central Foundation Girls’ School 26
George Green’s School 28
Langdon Park School 30
London Enterprise Academy 32
Morpeth School 34
Mulberry Academy Shoreditch 36
Mulberry School for Girls 38
Oaklands School 40
St Paul’s Way Trust School 42
Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary School (formerly known as Sir John Cass Foundation & Redcoat CofE Secondary School) 44
Stepney Green Maths, Computing and Science College 46
Swanlea School 48
Wapping High School 50
East London Arts and Music College (16-19) 52
London East Alternative Provision (LEAP) 54
Mulberry University Technical College (UTC) (14-19) 56
New City College - Tower Hamlets (14-19) 58
South Quay College (14-16) 60
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 17 Bishop Challoner Catholic 3 Boys’ School
Bishop Challoner Catholic Boys’ School enables every child to achieve their utmost potential, not only academically but also in terms of their spiritual and personal development.
Our ethos is based upon our faith and emphasises kindness, duty to others and a respect for the uniqueness and dignity of all persons as children of God. Every boy’s aptitudes and gifts are developed within an environment that will encourage and support his spiritual, physical, moral, and intellectual development. We have high expectations of all and expect all to achieve. Our young men consistently outperform boys nationally both at GCSE and at A level and we also encourage independence, resilience and personal growth through a personal development programme which has been recognised with the award of World Class School status. When boys leave our school they do so as confident and responsible young men.
School organisation Bishop Challoner Boys’ School is a four-form entry Catholic school. Part of a federation, we are attached to a mixed sixth form, with a partner single-sex girls’ school sharing our site. Students are taught in tutor groups in some subjects and grouped by ability in others in Key Stage 3. The make-up of these groups is reviewed on an ongoing basis to provide the educational In addition to GCSEs, we offer a selection with any emerging issues. We expand our support and challenge that is needed. of vocational courses. These are available four forms of entry into five form groups in ICT, business, sport health and social to ensure smaller class sizes that help us During Key Stage 3, students study care and media. to create that environment in which each the following: religious education, young man is known and cared for. English, maths, science, modern foreign A similar range of A levels and vocational languages, history, geography, music, courses are also available in our sixth form. As mentioned above, our federation was art, drama, technology, ICT, and PE. This awarded World Class School status because broad curriculum is refined in Key Stage We are well connected to various of the excellent work we do to promote 4 as students choose and prepare for prestigious universities and large the personal development of each child. post-16 courses. companies with many of our students going on to Oxbridge or Russel Group “The school’s work to promote The following GCSEs are among those universities. We also run an application pupils’ personal development and available in the option blocks: history, programme for funded scholarships to Ivy welfare is good. Pupils are proud geography, modern foreign languages, League universities in the United States. of their school. They are confident computing, music, art, drama, PE, resistant and self-assured learners. Teachers encourage pupils to develop their materials, textiles, food technology, Pastoral care media, ICT, sociology and economics. own ideas and to listen respectfully We want every child to be happy, safe to the views of others.” – Ofsted The majority of students will choose either and successful. While pastoral care is history or geography and take a modern the responsibility of every member of We value every member of our community foreign language as well as choosing two staff, the head of year and the form tutor and look to develop the whole person – other subjects. provide more individual support and deal body, spirit and mind.
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We recognise Christ at the centre (reflecting our mission statement) and Learning support Extracurricular activities/sport have developed our pastoral care There are several systems in place to ensure There is a whole spectrum of extra- systems to support this. We have that our students are supported to achieve. curricular activities on offer to all regular acts of worship, both within the They are based on the following principles: students. Clubs range from choirs and school and in the attached church, and • We ensure academic mentoring and jazz bands to cooking, coding, sport, we emphasise the need for spiritual support is available for every student and world religions. growth and enquiry as our young if they begin to underachieve against people prepare for their adult lives. We their potential at any point in their At Bishop Challoner, we know that sport teach of the need to respect the self, education here. plays an integral role in society and in each other and God. • We ensure that support offered is the development of a young person. PE evidence based, regularly reviewed develops a wide range of competencies “There is a wide range of support for and carefully explained to parents. that help students to thrive in adult vulnerable pupils and pupils say that • We differentiate by starting with high life, promoting the physical, social and they feel supported.” – Ofsted expectations and then finding a way mental wellbeing of a young person. We to support all pupils to meet these have strong links with many local clubs expectations. and actively encourage our students to Accommodation • Teachers understand the different participate in sport outside of school. Bishop Challoner is in a new £28 million, categories of special educational needs landmark building on Commercial and disabilities (SEND) and therefore Sport is an area in which we excel and Road, housing state-of-the-art facilities, plan in a strategic and holistic way. our boys perform at the highest level of designed to provide the best single-sex • Our routines and structures are SEND- sporting achievement. This includes our education possible. friendly to ensure solid foundations boys taking part in borough and regional from which teachers can further build teams in both football and athletics and Bishop Challoner is a wheelchair in support where needed. having several young men on the national accessible school. It has three athletics teams for their age groups and accessible lifts to all floors and ten We believe that your child’s learning in premiership club programmes. accessible toilets, one with changing needs will first be met through the facilities. We recommend that parents high-quality teaching delivered by their Do come and see for yourself all that of prospective pupils who might use subject teacher. Additional classroom and Bishop Challoner has to offer. these facilities visit the school on one withdrawal support is available through of the dates set out below. our SEND team and where appropriate our Learning Support Centre.
School information
Bishop Challoner Catholic Boys’ School Admission arrangements 352 Commercial Road, E1 0LB Number of places available for year 7: 120 Tel: 020 7791 9500 Oversubscription criteria: see admissions policy on Fax: 020 7791 9594 school website Email: [email protected] Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Twitter: @ChallonerBOYS @ChallonerCFS Previous year’s appeals: 0 Website: www.bishopchallonerfederation.towerhamlets.sch.uk Open days Headteacher: Richard Fitzgerald See www.bishopchallonerfederation.towerhamlets.sch.uk Age range: 11-18 and www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Phase of education: secondary for up to date visiting arrangements Gender: boys Type of school: voluntary aided school Uniform and general Day/boarding school: day Uniform: see school website Religious character: Roman Catholic Exam results: see school website Selection: non-selective Ofsted reports: the full report is available at Total number of pupils: 600 http://reports.ofsted.gov.uk or on the school website School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 19 Bishop Challoner Catholic 3 Girls’ School
Bishop Challoner Catholic Girls’ School is an outstanding five-form entry Catholic school in which every child is enabled to achieve their full potential, academically, personally and spiritually.
As a Catholic school our ethos is based upon faith, kindness, duty to others and a respect for the uniqueness and dignity of all persons as children of God.
Located between Wapping and the City of London, our single-sex school is attached to a co-educational sixth form college and is part of a federation with the boys’ school. Our most recent Ofsted inspection rated the school as ‘Outstanding’ in every area. We have been awarded both Leading Edge and World Class School status.
Bishop Challoner is a high-performing school where students make rapid progress. It is also a vibrant, happy place to learn. We are proud of our reputation for developing our students’ academic achievement, creativity and leadership. “Students’ and their parents praise the The majority of students will choose either “This is such a happy school with quality of teaching. Many students, history or geography and take a modern many smiling faces.” of all ages, showed great enthusiasm foreign language as well as choosing two “Students from a wide range of when talking about the quality of other subjects. cultural backgrounds study and teaching.” – Ofsted socialise together in a harmonious In addition to GCSEs we offer a selection and convivial way.” – Ofsted of vocational courses. These are available School organisation in ICT, business, health and social care, Our pastoral care is excellent and our Students are taught in tutor groups in sport, and media. Catholic ethos underpins this: we value some subjects and grouped by ability in all individuals equally and our small others in Key Stage 3; the make-up of A similar range of A levels and vocational class sizes create an environment in these groups is reviewed on an ongoing courses are also available in our sixth form. which potential can be fully realised basis in order to provide the educational because each child is known, cared support and challenge that is needed. Learning support for and encouraged to be the best that they can be. During Key Stage 3 students study There are several systems in place to the following: religious education, ensure that our students are supported By the time our students leave, they are English, maths, science, modern foreign to achieve. They are based on the confident, capable, responsible young languages, history, geography, music, following principles: women, ready to play their part and dance, art, drama, technology, ICT, and • we ensure that support offered is become the leaders in the world. PE. This broad curriculum is refined in evidence based, regularly reviewed We have extensive links with universities Key Stage 4 as students choose and and carefully explained to parents such as Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial prepare for post-16 courses. • we differentiate by starting with high College and Queen Mary University and expectations and then finding a way partnerships with local businesses such The following GCSEs are among those to support all pupils to meet these as RBS, Wells Fargo and Barclays. As available in the option blocks: history, expectations a result many of our sixth formers go on geography, modern foreign languages, • teachers understand the different to Oxbridge or Russell group universities computing, music, art, drama, PE, resistant categories of special educational and in some cases have gained full materials, textiles, food technology, needs and disabilities (SEND) and scholarships to prestigious Ivy League media, ICT, sociology, and economics. therefore plan in a strategic and universities in the United States. holistic way
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• our routines and structures are SEND growth and enquiry as our young people friendly to ensure solid foundations Pastoral care prepare for their adult lives. We teach all from which teachers can further build Pastoral care is the responsibility of our students of the need to respect the in support where needed. every member of staff – we want every self, each other and God. child to be happy, safe and successful. We believe that your child’s learning However those who will work most needs will first be met through the high- closely with each child in providing that Extracurricular activities quality teaching delivered by his subject care include their Head of Year and their There are a wide range of extra-curricular teacher. Additional classroom and Form Tutor. They are the first port of call activities available to all our students. withdrawal support is available through in dealing with any issue that may affect Clubs take place both during lunchtime our SEND team and where appropriate a child at our school. and after school and range from gospel our Learning Support Centre. choir, Cookery club, debating club and “Students’ spiritual, moral, social and #GirlsWithGoals ambassador club. cultural development is promoted Accommodation All students have the opportunity to go exceptionally well. The school has on school, cultural and enrichment trips Bishop Challoner is in a new £28 million, high expectations for every student. throughout the academic year. landmark building on Commercial The extensive range of experiences Road, housing state-of-the-art provided for them ensures that they Sport is an area in which we excel and facilities, designed to provide the best develop into mature and considerate our girls perform at the highest level of single-sex education possible. Due adults determined to make their mark sporting achievement. to our federation we have the social in the world.” – Ofsted advantages of a small school within the We have a number of ex-students who outstanding facilities of a large school. We value every member of our Catholic are now competing at the highest of community. Our school places love and levels in their respective sports, most Bishop Challoner is a wheelchair respect at its heart. To support this, notably GB athlete and world bronze accessible school. It has three we look to develop the whole person medallist Perri Shakes-Drayton. accessible lifts that give access to all – body, spirit and mind. We recognise floors. The school has ten accessible Christ at our centre and we have Do come and see for yourself all that toilets, but only one with changing developed our pastoral care systems to Bishop Challoner has to offer. facilities. We recommend that parents support this. We perform regular acts of prospective pupils who might use of prayer and worship, both within the these facilities visit the school on one school and in the attached church and of the dates set out below. we emphasise the need for spiritual
School information
Bishop Challoner Catholic Girls’ School Admission arrangements 352 Commercial Road, E1 0LB Number of places available for year 7: 150 Tel: 020 7791 9500 Oversubscription criteria: see admissions policy on Email: [email protected] school website Twitter: @ChallonerGIRLS @ChallonerCFS Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Website: www.bishopchallonerfederation.towerhamlets.sch.uk Previous year’s appeals: 0
Headteacher: Richard Fitzgerald Open days Age range: 11-18 See www.bishopchallonerfederation.towerhamlets.sch.uk Phase of education: secondary and www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Gender: girls for up to date visiting arrangements Type of school: voluntary aided Day/Boarding school: day Uniform and general Religious character: Roman Catholic Uniform: see school website Selection: non-selective Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 698 with another 260 in sixth form Ofsted reports: the full report is available at http://reports.ofsted.gov.uk or on the school website School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 21 3 Bow School
Bow is a vibrant, multi-cultural school that promotes and celebrates our student’s diverse aspirations. High expectations and standards ensure that we deliver excellence for everyone.
We ensure that students’ have access Our three-year Key Stage 3 programme to quality staff who provide a platform School organisation develops students before they select their for them to excel academically, but Transition to Bow School is supported GCSE subjects for year 10. All students we also recognise that education by a dedicated team. They work are given individual advice and guidance needs to go further. We deliver unique alongside students, families and local at key transition points to ensure that they opportunities with a range of partners to primary schools to make sure new make informed choices as their curriculum make sure ambition is encouraged and joiners have opportunities to meet their becomes increasingly personalised. talent uncovered. new peers and teachers, and so that we have all of the information to provide the Preparation for life beyond the school Student outcomes are improving year-on- support everyone needs. gate is completed in our expanding year, with Ofsted continuing to recognise Sixth Form, where students enjoy a first the high-quality provision we offer and the The curriculum is designed to inspire, class learning experience. We equip learning experience beyond the classroom, challenge and engage our students our alumni with the necessary tools to which is expanding all the time. to develop a deep love of learning. access professional careers like finance, In addition to the standard national journalism, medicine, law or engineering Our relationship with you is crucial to curriculum subjects, our year 7 via top apprenticeships and universities. creating the environment we want. Parent and 8 students study philosophy to evenings, coffee mornings, information understand the wider world. Beyond We are always seeking to improve our sessions, and targeted meetings allow this, students participate in speaking school experience by including students. us to build a partnership that ensures a and literacy development throughout Participation is encouraged through the collaborative community. We also want their time with us so they can prosper student council, numerous workshops you to see your child’s journey, and our academically and professionally. and regular consultations. Students also website, newsletter, magazine, and social shape our future through other leadership media channels ensure everyone knows opportunities, with roles in many subjects as what is happening across the school. well as an elected Prefect team in year 11.
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studios, a theatre, a dance studio, music Learning support rehearsal and performance spaces, and Extracurricular activities The SEND department continues to large art rooms with inspirational views of Students have access to a wide range of support students in lessons throughout the Lea Valley and the Queen Elizabeth extracurricular activities that allow them to years 7-13, and where necessary Olympic Park. We have a great range of broaden their horizons and expand their students are offered additional one-to- sporting facilities including table tennis, skillset. The BowExtra! before and after one support. Continuous assessment netball, basketball, football, trampolines, school activity programme ensures that helps us to identify students who may three rooftop pitches, and a fitness gym. there’s something for everybody. From benefit from this support sports to arts, quiet study facilities to debating clubs, we want all students to be Our learning support area is designed Pastoral care active beyond the classroom. Additionally, to cater for students who have specific Students’ wellbeing is as important we are an accredited centre of financial needs. Students are taught in small groups as their academic and personal literacy and enterprise education. so that they receive targeted, individual progression. Each Key Stage is overseen teaching and learning opportunities. by the behaviour, welfare and personal We partner with local, national and This support extends into the classroom. development team comprised of four international organisations so that students senior leaders. Year learning managers can be active citizens in the wider world The learning support area lies at the and form tutors provide daily pastoral that they will enter. These partnerships heart of our support for students. Within support and are the first port of call for enrich our curriculum and help us to this one area a wide variety of support parents. Additionally, a comprehensive prepare students for higher education systems and staff cater for the diverse programme of interventions is tailored to and employment through mentoring needs of our students. the individual needs. programmes, educational workshops and inspirational visits and talks. Previously boys-only, we are now a fully Environment mixed school throughout. We provide We are constantly growing our network Students are taught in a new, modern spaces and events specifically for girls to harness the energy, skills and and stimulating learning environment, to ensure that they are well catered for. experiences of others to secure more including 12 science labs, seven This has meant that girls at Bow School innovative, impactful and relevant learning specialist design and technology rooms, feel safe and happy and are making experiences for every student. a dedicated learning space, two drama excellent progress.
School information
Bow School Admission arrangements 44 Twelvetrees Crescent, E3 3QW Number of places available for year 7: 240 Tel: 020 7536 5525 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Twitter: @bowschool1 Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Website: www.bow-school.org.uk Previous year’s appeals: 0
Headteacher: Danny Lye Open days Age range: 11-19 See www.bow-school.org.uk and Phase of education: secondary www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Gender: mixed for up to date visiting arrangements Type of school: community Day/Boarding school: day Uniform and general Religious character: none Uniform: see school website Specialism: none Exam results: see school website Selection: none Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk Total number of pupils: 1000 and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 23 Canary Wharf College 3 Crossharbour
Canary Wharf College Crossharbour has a Christian ethos and aims “To live, share and celebrate the love of learning in a Christian environment, whilst welcoming those of other faiths and cultures.”
One parent said: “My daughter’s achievement in PE has been amazing. She is fully aware of the importance of physical activity alongside her academic lessons, to enhance her learning. A highlight was participating in the Tower Hamlets swimming gala and attending the Kickz Football Academy”
Accommodation Students attend the school in our fully equipped, interim site at Selsdon Way, E14.
Pastoral care • Christian ethos permeates learning in all key stages • Vertical house system enabling older Canary Wharf College Crossharbour Admissions comply with the school’s and younger students to mix opened in September 2016. It is part admissions code. If oversubscribed, • Students treat each other in ways of The Canary Wharf College Multi- priority will be given to pupil premium which respect British values academy Trust which consists of children (up to ten per cent), then • Pastoral care for smooth transition three schools: two primaries and a children from the Canary Wharf • Students of all faiths, languages and secondary. All three schools are Ofsted College primary schools. As a ethnic heritages welcome rated either Outstanding or Good. designated school of religious • Community volunteering opportunities character, the remainder of the places “Leaders have made sure that the will be offered on a 50 per cent faith “Pupils’ knowledge of British curriculum helps pupils to deepen and 50 per cent community basis. values and their spiritual, social, their knowledge and to develop moral and cultural development are important skills as they progress For more information on admissions well promoted; provision includes through the school.” visit www.canarywharfcollege.co.uk topical assemblies and regular and – CWC Crossharbour Ofsted Report effective personal, social, health March 2019 Learning support and economic (PSHE) education sessions.” – Crossharbour Ofsted School organisation • High academic expectations and Report March 2019 specialist teaching The College promotes quality subject • Life skills for the working world teaching by specialist staff, with • Maths and technology for the future Extracurricular activities a particular emphasis on maths, • Strong work experience programme • Wide range of extra-curricular activities science and technology. There is a • Homework to encourage including Cookery, Art, Choir, and vibrant sports programme, with nearly independent learning Creative Arts three hours a week of activities plus • Strong focus on personal • Sport includes Kickz Football extended day activities on offer. development including: Duke of Academy, table-tennis, dodgeball, Edinburgh awards rugby, dance and netball We have a nine-year track record of • Overseas and outward-bound success for start-up schools and offer experiences One parent said: “I like the way the school outward-bound activities, overseas • Physical education excellence makes the kids responsible and pays visits, volunteering in the community, embraced attention to their overall development.” and Duke of Edinburgh awards.
24 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Canary Wharf College Crossharbour 3
School information
Canary Wharf College Crossharbour Admission arrangements Selsdon Way, London E14 9GL Number of places available for year 7: 108 Tel: 020 3383 6100 Oversubscription criteria: see school website Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see school website Website: www.canarywharfcollege.co.uk Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: see school website Executive Principal: Sarah Counter Principal: Duncan Hewson Open days Age range: 11-19 years (currently only years 7 to 11) See www.canarywharfcollege.co.uk and Phase of education: secondary www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Gender: mixed for up to date visiting arrangements Type of school: academy Day/Boarding school: day Uniform and general Religious character: Christian Uniform: see school website Specialism: maths All students must adhere to the Uniform Policy Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 350 (annually expanding to 1200) Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 25 3 Central Foundation Girls’ School
Central Foundation Girls’ School is committed to ensuring that our students reach their highest standard of achievement, both academically and socially and develop the skills and confidence necessary to contribute positively to society.
At Central Foundation we: • Transform lives through our high expectations and high standards for all • Challenge and support each other to excel through our passion for learning • Value all members of our community and celebrate success • Empower ourselves to be a positive, creative, innovative and inspirational community.
School organisation Every year, we welcome 240 Year 7 students to Central and we encourage them to continue their educational journey with us until sixth form.
Our rich Stepping Stones transition programme allows us to work closely with primary schools to provide a wide range of activities to support the smooth transition of our pupils from year 6 to year 7.
In years 7 to 9, students study a broad and balanced curriculum providing them with a foundation in the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed at further key stages. Subjects studied are: English, maths and Sport plays an important part in our science, ICT, modern foreign languages, curriculum and Central takes part in Learning support religious studies, history, geography, art, borough and national competitions for We provide exciting opportunities and design and technology, citizenship, PE, athletics, netball and volleyball. challenges for our gifted and talented the performing arts and personal, health students and offer personalised learning and economic social education. Our arts curriculum develops students’ support when needed. Students with creativity, communication skills and special educational needs have access In years 10 and 11 students are empathy. Performing arts, design and to support from teaching staff and encouraged to study the English technology and media studies teams teaching assistants. Baccalaureate (EBacc) made up of work in partnership with professional English, maths, history or geography, and organisations to enrich our provision and The school’s Support Panel meets a language. They are also able to select a showcase our students’ talent. weekly to review individual student’s combination of other subjects to study to progress and, where there is a need, to GCSE or the equivalent level. We have achieved International School put in place a support package. Learning status, Investors in People status, Rights Mentors are provided at Key Stages 3, Post 16, students have the opportunity to Respecting School status, an ICT Kite Mark, 4 and 5. Students with education and study a range of academic and vocational an Artsmark, and we are a designated health care plans are supported through courses. Our highly successful sixth form Healthy School. These strong partnerships an individually planned programme. provision results in the vast majority of provide our students with greater resources students progressing on to universities for and additional opportunities to grow higher education courses. academically and socially.
26 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Central Foundation Girls’ School 3
The library is open before and after school Pastoral care Environment for students to use. We have a dedicated Each year group has a head of year and Our buildings are purpose built and Learning Lounge for KS3 students to every tutor group is supported by two designed to support a 21st century receive support and tutoring after hours tutors. Our code of conduct provides education. New additions include a state- and KS4 and 5 students can attend the clear guidelines in terms of work, of-the-art sixth form centre, science and IT Learning Hubs for similar support. behaviour, attitude, uniform, attendance, wing and a sports hall with a dance studio and punctuality. Students are encouraged and well-equipped gym. There is also a Activity and language development to participate in decision making through new auditorium space capable of hosting holidays are organised both in the UK our school council, learning ambassadors large-scale productions and conferences. and abroad. Students in all years visit and other student leadership initiatives. universities and enjoy residential weekends. Our expansive dining room ensures that Students learn to appreciate a range We value our parents and encourage all pupils are able to enjoy meal times of cultures outside of school through a them to be involved in the life of the together. In addition, all buildings are variety of trips, journeys and activities in school. Our home-school agreement is fully wheelchair accessible and a range preparation for life in modern Britain. a partnership between students, parents of facilities exist to provide disabled and school, and is supported by a students with a quality educational home-school support worker, a school- experience. The safety of our students is based attendance and welfare adviser, very important to us so students may not Bengali and Somali speaking parent leave the school premises at lunch time. outreach workers and key workers for minority ethnic groups. Extracurricular activities We have an active parents’ forum Central prides itself on the extensive and for parents wishing to join our range of extracurricular activities both learning community, we offer English before and after school each day and and ICT classes. All parents have the at lunchtimes. We also have exemplary opportunity to discuss their daughter’s school holiday provision. Activities range progress with staff at parents’ from horse riding, canoeing and rock meetings and the school’s reporting climbing to dance, media and drama. system provides parents with a termly Others include the Duke of Edinburgh subject progress report. awards and residential expeditions.
School information
Central Foundation Girls School Admission arrangements 25-33 Bow Road, E3 2AE Number of places available for year 7: 240 Tel: 020 8981 1131 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Website: www.central.towerhamlets.sch.uk Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: 1 upheld from 14 lodged Headteacher: Esther Holland Age range: 11-19 Open days Phase of education: secondary See www.central.towerhamlets.sch.uk and Gender: girls www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Type of school: voluntary aided for up to date visiting arrangements Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: none Uniform: see school website Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 1500 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 27 3 George Green’s School
At George Green’s School, we pride ourselves on our passion for learning. Our values led education facilitates aspiration, equality and excellence for everyone, raising the bar for all of our students, opening their eyes to the multitude of opportunities available and equipping them with the skills and knowledge to seize them.
We value tradition and have a longstanding history as a hub for the Isle of Dogs and wider Tower Hamlets and Greenwich communities, but we are also a forward thinking and dynamic school utilising up-to-date learning methods and unique business partnerships.
We have an extensive range of business and community partners who give every student access to life changing opportunities, from mentoring through to summer internships, enriching their experience far beyond the school curriculum.
Ofsted graded us ‘Good’ (February 2017) and said: “The impact of the school’s work is evident in the outcomes. Pupils’ progress in many subjects, including in English and mathematics, is significantly above the national average. Disadvantaged pupils made better overall progress than other pupils nationally. Progress for the most able overall also school in London worthy of their Rights improved and is above national averages.” Respecting Award, for which we have School organisation now achieved Gold status. Once here, students enjoy a broad and Consistently attaining a positive progress balanced curriculum. In the Spring term score at GCSE is indicative not only of Starting Secondary School of year 9, students are guided by their the strength of our teaching and learning, Making the move from primary to secondary teachers to make choices about their but of the fact that we are committed to school is an important stage in every child’s subjects in Key Stage 4. We work hard our values that ensure every child in our life and educational career. To ease this to make sure that the GCSE courses care gets the attention they deserve. We transition, we have created a dedicated chosen match students’ individual can do this because our staff are highly induction programme that begins from the interests so that they are successful. trained, passionate and dedicated. moment you receive an offer to our school. We run effective programmes for all Dedication to our key principles gives From March until the day students start learners. Maths and English have high George Green’s students a strong we host a series of events for parents to priority and our various programmes have sense of morality, instils a deep sense of receive key information and speak to our had an impressive impact on improving pride and develops the skills needed to senior leadership team members, while literacy and numeracy levels. make them high achieving, independent our new joiners begin to understand what learners preparing them for university or secondary school looks like and meet Beyond core subjects, our students their career and to take their place in the their new friends. have access to a thriving creative wider world. community. Students are encouraged We have established this process to untap their full potential by taking It is a source of great pride that our work because a positive transition is crucial part in activities they enjoy and that to help students become global citizens to incoming students’ wellbeing and will develop confidence and enhance led UNICEF to recognise us as the first academic development. communication skills.
28 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 George Green’s School 3
Following GCSEs, students can apply in Canary Wharf. Our refurbished The school is open from 7:30am for to join our high performing sixth form, school provides an innovative learning students and a free breakfast club is and access our prestigious Scholarship environment, students are taught in provided. In addition to many business Programme. Our Post-16 centre has a bright teaching rooms, science labs mentoring opportunities, there are a strong track record of sending students and specialist technology spaces; with range of curriculum clubs together with to the top universities and sought after excellent physical education spaces sport and recreation opportunities every high-level apprenticeship programmes. including modern changing facilities, night after school as well as drama outdoor table tennis and a new 3G and music opportunities. The Learning AstroTurf football pitch. Resource Centre is open for students Learning support from 7.30am to 5pm every day. Our work in the area of special needs is Pastoral care exceptional and is valued by students We believe that George Green’s School and their parents. We understand that We advocate strong parent partnerships. is exceptional and we look forward to additional support may be required by Parents are welcomed at all times and welcoming your exceptional child to join us. some students and have a dedicated our parent partners work specifically learning support team. All areas of the to encourage parental involvement in school are accessible by wheelchair, with recognition of the critical role of the lift access to all floors and two additional partnership between home and school. lifts to allow access to the music Our website gives up-to-date information department and the Learning Resource on everything that is happening in Centre. There are four accessible toilets the school. Homework is recorded in in different parts of the building, two students’ personal planners and online. dedicated changing/hygiene rooms and a fully accessible hydrotherapy pool. Extracurricular activities Accommodation A wide variety of extracurricular activities are available for students before and Our building is in a prime location after school and during the school overlooking the River Thames and the holidays. Year 7s benefit from a full beautiful Naval College buildings in club programme that takes place on Greenwich and allows us to maintain our Wednesdays from 2pm that is dedicated prestigious partnerships with national just to them. and international organisations, based
School information
George Green’s School Admission arrangements 100 Manchester Road, E14 3DW Number of places available for year 7: 210 Tel: 020 7987 6032 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Website: www.georgegreens.com Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: 2 upheld from 5 lodged Headteacher: Jon Ryder Age range: 11-19 Open days Phase of education: secondary See www.georgegreens.com and Gender: mixed www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Type of school: voluntary controlled for up to date visiting arrangements Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: none Uniform: see school website Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 1150 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 29 3 Langdon Park School
Langdon Park School will be widely respected as a community school that offers students a life-changing education. Our purpose is to inspire, ignite and unlock the creativity and imagination of every child and adult in our community.
Pedagogy and professionalism are the driving forces in our school. Adults and students value excellence, tolerance, understanding, collaboration, and self- improvement. From a relentless focus on learning will emerge a sense of confidence, curiosity, resilience, and determination to meet the challenges of the modern world. Everyone will reflect upon and articulate their personal learning journey. We will have a shared purpose, a shared language and a relentless formative culture that challenges everyone to grow, improve, support, and raise standards
We do this by working in partnership with parents and other schools, businesses, universities, and organisations. We are at the centre of the Poplar Partnership, which links Bygrove, Lansbury Lawrence, Manorfield, Marner, Mayflower, St Saviour’s, Stebon, Wellington, and Woolmore schools with Langdon Park in exciting ways to provide the best possible education for children and support for their families. • Encouragement and rewards like Our sixth form continues to grow and we credits, certificates and verbal praise Accommodation have increased our curriculum offer. All are widely used and we regularly meet We have the most extensive site of our students gain places at their preferred parents to discuss children’s progress. any school in Tower Hamlets and have university and there is a significant • Our learning support team helps recently completed a major rebuild and increase in the number securing places students who need extra support refurbishment, which has provided us with: at Russell Group universities. The sixth to access the curriculum and our • new buildings for maths, science, form admissions policy can be found at Ensuring Student Success (ESS) drama, music, art, and learning support www.langdonparkschool.co.uk teams identify and support students • new computer suites who need help to achieve their • an enlarged sports hall potential for other reasons. • a new library, study centre and School organisation • Our student support officers help us dining room. Each student is expected and deal with any concerns that might encouraged to make the most of their affect learning. Our sporting facilities are among the best abilities, skills and knowledge. We have • Bi-lingual students are supported in in London. They include a sports hall, high expectations of all students in terms their studies by qualified teachers of gymnasium, dance studio, fitness suite, of their behaviour, dress and effort. English as a second language. cricket nets, floodlit tennis courts, and multi- use games areas and athletics facilities including an Olympic sized running track. • A personal tutor guides and supports Learning support each student as they progress. • Homework is an essential part of We are committed to equal opportunities The Spotlight Centre provides fantastic learning: everyone is expected to and access for all students. The head learning, creative and performing arts follow a full homework programme; of learning support oversees the facilities for our students including a there are a range of homework clubs implementation of the special educational professional quality performance space, to help students with their work. needs code of practice. music recording studio and rehearsal rooms.
30 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Langdon Park School 3
The student planner passes messages Physical accessibility Pastoral care between home and school. Homework All classrooms within the school are Our pastoral programme ensures an tasks are recorded and parents and wheelchair accessible and each building effective and stress-free entry process tutors are expected to sign it weekly. has an accessible lift. There are several into our school. We get to know each suitably accessible toilet facilities within a other by visiting primary schools, There are progress review days and short journey from each classroom. conducting interviews and by organising parents’ evenings, where parents can opportunities for new students to meet have in-depth individual appointments Admission criteria each other in their new tutor group in July. with tutors and subject teachers to Langdon Park follows the local authority’s discuss their child’s progress and set admissions policy and criteria. The form tutor is in charge of the ‘tutor targets for future learning. These events group daily’ and is the most important are always very well attended. Visiting the school link between home and school. They will We offer an open evening for parents share any concerns with you. We also work hard to keep parents and we would also encourage you, informed of how we can work together wherever possible, to come and see the Our Code of Conduct, written jointly by to ensure our children succeed in the school during the normal school day. students and staff, emphasises the need different stages of their education Only then can you truly understand what for mutual respect and for the care of our throughout the school. it would be like for your child to come school environment. here. We know it can be difficult for working parents to visit during the school Older students from year 10 are specially Extracurricular activities day, but we would ask that you make trained to help and advise younger A number of clubs operate before, during the effort to attend one of our open children when they arrive. They are and after school, including a breakfast mornings in order to really appreciate assigned to each year 7 tutor group and and homework club and a wide range of all we have to offer. If you are unable to their work continues into year 8. creative arts and competitive team sports. make any of the dates below, please contact the school and we will try to Links with parents An enormous number of visits take arrange a visit wherever possible. Our learning contract is a simple place throughout the year, ranging from outline of what is expected of students, one-day trips to theatres and museums, teachers and parents for learning and through to offsite residentials to develop teaching to be successful. We arrange a study skills, and exchange visits with meeting for each new group of parents students from other countries. to meet their tutor in July.
School information
Langdon Park School Admission arrangements Bright Street, E14 0RZ Number of places available for year 7: 180 Tel: 020 7987 4811 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Fax: 020 7537 7282 Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Email: [email protected] Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Web: www.langdonparkschool.co.uk Previous year’s appeals: 0
Headteacher: Nick Langham Open days Age range: 11-19 See www.langdonparkschool.co.uk and Phase of education: secondary www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Gender: mixed for up to date visiting arrangements Type of school: Day/Boarding school: day Uniform and general Religious character: none Uniform: see school website Specialism: none Exam results: see school website Selection: non-selective Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk Total number of pupils: 900 and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 31 3 London Enterprise Academy
We are an 11-16 mixed comprehensive school specialising in enterprise education. We will demand high expectations through academic rigour. Our GCSE results are above the national average.
London Enterprise Academy opened • Every parent will have a strong voice • Our students are supported by a in September 2014 on Commercial in shaping the future of the school. varied, diverse and personalised Road, E1. Our vision is to create a truly • We are committed to equal curriculum, which meets the outstanding school delivering the very opportunities as reflected in all needs of all, within an outstanding best educational opportunities, to nurture aspects of school life. learning environment. academic excellence and enhanced • We welcome young people from • We have developed effective ambition in all our pupils and to inspire all backgrounds and beliefs. partnerships with universities, the next generation of professionals and businesses and the local community entrepreneurs from all backgrounds. GCSE results in 2019 were above as part of our mentoring and National Average with excellent passes in careers programme. These links are We are a school where: English, maths and a 100 per cent pass fundamental to our pupils’ success. • Every child will receive an rate in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. • We have established learning outstanding education taught by partnerships between pupils, parents highly qualified teachers. and teachers through close links with • Pupils will achieve their full School organisation local primary schools, community potential in a safe environment London Enterprise Academy students organisations, local, and international with strong discipline. receive high-quality learning and teaching. businesses and charities. • A broad and balanced nationally • We care for the wellbeing of our recognised curriculum is adopted. • Our staff are well qualified to ensure students and our staff and we invest • Active involvement in a range of students enjoy lessons, creating a in our community. extracurricular and social enterprise positive and purposeful atmosphere activities is encouraged. throughout the school.
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Learning support Pastoral care Extracurricular activities London Enterprise Academy is a fully The most successful schools are those On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday inclusive school, committed to the that work in partnership with parents. afternoons, we offer all of our pupil’s achievement of all our pupils. We value the central contribution opportunities that will enrich their education that parents make in supporting our by building relationships through sports Our building is fully accessible. We have childrens’ achievement. We employ a and healthy activities, club activities and a range of learning interventions and parent liaison officer. additional academic opportunities in areas programmes to support the achievement other than curriculum subjects. Some of of all students, coordinated by our “Bullying is rare and any that does these include martial arts, Arabic language, inclusion team. All students with special occur is dealt with effectively by adults.” exam skills, and many team sports. educational needs are provided with – Ofsted 2017 specific targeted support. Our students have taken part in a range of We have developed effective home/ trips and visits which included Barcelona, Together with our extensive provision school links to help support you and your Seville, Brussels, Cambridge, Norfolk, academically gifted students, including child. We have a parents’ forum which Essex, London and the surrounding area. mentoring opportunities, master classes plays an important part in our school We will continue to arrange more of these. and residential trips, we are committed life. We also offer two positions on the Our school’s core values are Leadership, to supporting excellence at London governing body to parents. In 2018, Excellence, Ambition, Determination, Enterprise Academy. we were awarded Leading Parental and Sincerity (LEADS). Our vision is that Partnership Award (LPPA). the curriculum with all its enrichment Accommodation opportunities will give our students the We maintain contact using: chance to develop these qualities. These The school has excellent modern facilities, • Newsletters opportunities give the students insight enabling us to deliver our broad and • Parent evenings into a range of skills and subjects so that balanced curriculum as well as our strong • Open days they can widen their perspectives and programme of enrichment activities. • Parent forums discover new talents. • Text messages and emails The school benefits from new fitted • Phone calls All of our pupils are supported to attend classrooms, five science labs, a multi- • Information on the school website a post-16 provision to meet their needs purpose sports hall and modern learning • A range of celebration events and abilities including some of the spaces as well as the latest technology • Principal’s drop-in meetings/ more demanding sixth form colleges in to enhance learning. coffee mornings. East London.
School information
London Enterprise Academy Admission arrangements Aneurin Bevin House, 81-91 Commercial Road, E1 1RD Number of places available for year 7: 120 Tel: 020 7426 0746 Oversubscription criteria: see admissions policy on Email: [email protected] school website Website: www.londonenterpriseacademy.org Waiting list arrangements: as set out by LBTH, see page 15 Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Headteacher: Ashid Ali Previous year’s appeals: 0 Age range: 11-16 Phase of education: secondary Open days Gender: mixed See www.londonenterpriseacademy.org and Type of school: academy www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Day/Boarding school: day for up to date visiting arrangements Religious character: none Specialism: Enterprise with emphasis on The English Uniform and general Baccalaureate (EBacc) subjects Uniform: see school website Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 431 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 33 3 Morpeth School
Morpeth is a high-achieving 11-18 community school judged ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted since 2007 in all aspects, including pupil achievement, behaviour and quality of teaching.
As a school, we are proud to reflect the progression, participation, organisation, potential both socially and educationally. population of Tower Hamlets with a good and articulacy both within and beyond Our aim is always to build independence mix of boys and girls from all ethnic groups the classroom. in order to fully prepare pupils for life in our borough. We pride ourselves on beyond school. the positive relationships between pupils, At Key Stage 4, we have an innovative staff, parents, and the community. curriculum model, which means that in addition to core subjects (English, Environment Our pupils have consistently achieved maths, science, religious education Morpeth has benefited from extensive excellent results both at GCSE and and physical education) pupils choose development to its buildings, ensuring at A Level, but have also experienced two options per year which are taught that pupils have access to state-of- a breadth and richness of curriculum in mixed-age groups for the equivalent the-art facilities for specialist subjects and of extracurricular opportunities of a day a week. This allows pupils a such as art, music, drama, science, during their time with us. Please visit our greater breadth of choice and flexibility computing, and design and technology website at www.morpethschool.org.uk in devising their own pathways. At sixth in addition to all teaching spaces being to discover more. form, we have a broad offer comprising refurbished to a high standard. 24 A Level and BTEC courses as well as a full range of support to ensure pupils School organisation Our sports facilities include a table tennis make the best choices and have the centre of excellence, dance studio, Throughout the key stages, we have a best opportunities post-18. sports hall, gym and weights room; focus on breadth of curriculum and on while our theatre and library are both flexibility to meet pupils’ interests and Learning support very well used. We have a separate needs. At Key Stage 3, we aim to build sixth form centre in our Wessex Wing, on learning from primary school and to Morpeth is a fully inclusive school. We which provides additional teaching, develop the skills needed for Key Stages aim for all of our children, whatever their study space and a dedicated library for 4 and 5. We do this by focusing on special educational need, to achieve their older students.
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offer whole cohort opportunities throughout Pastoral care Extracurricular activities pupils’ time with us, including team-building Moving to a secondary school is a very At Morpeth we have an outstanding range at an outdoor activity centre in Year 7, important stage in each child’s education. of extracurricular opportunities to ensure camping in Year 8, visits to universities We recognise this and aim to ensure that that all pupils are encouraged to extend outside of London, free instrumental all pupils feel safe and secure with us. their studies, pursue their interests and tuition for all pupils, the opportunity to take discover new talents. We firmly believe that graded music theory exams, fundraising Pupils are organised into tutor groups and participation in extra-curricular activities for chosen charities, and history or it is the tutor, with the support of the head is an entitlement for all and to this end geography residentials in Year 11. of year, who will work closely with parents to develop a knowledge of each child, to help them overcome any difficulties and to make sure they feel happy, are participating fully and are making progress socially and academically.
All year 7 and 8 tutor groups have their own attached teaching assistant who will work with all pupils in their lessons as well as supporting with the transition to secondary school.
Our behaviour policy promotes concern and care for every individual, mutual respect and a sense of personal responsibility. It is shared and reinforced with pupils through time with their tutors, our citizenship, personal, social, and health education programme (fortnightly lessons) and assemblies. We have a clear system of rewards and sanctions to support this.
School information
Morpeth School Admission arrangements Portman Place, E2 0PX Number of places available for year 7: 240 Tel: 020 8981 0921 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Website: www.morpethschool.org.uk Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: 4 upheld from 20 lodged Headteacher: Jemima Reilly Age range: 11-18 Open days Phase of education: secondary See www.morpethschool.org.uk and Gender: mixed www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Type of school: community for up to date visiting arrangements Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: none Uniform: see school website Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 1520 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 35 3 Mulberry Academy Shoreditch
At Mulberry Academy Shoreditch, we offer academic excellence, a safe and exciting school, and an exceptional curriculum bursting with opportunities and experiences. We are ambitious for all of our students.
Mulberry Academy Shoreditch students The school’s pastoral care is of the • A commitment to social action and thrive in a caring, supportive and utmost standard and we have high the community nurturing environment, where they expectations of our students’ behaviour. • The best possible preparation for are continuously inspired, motivated each next learning stage towards and encouraged. Our commitment Our vision at Mulberry Academy aspirational destinations is to ensure that students leave us Shoreditch is to ensure that every student fully prepared as independent and maximises their potential. We will empower Our curriculum options are divided into successful young adults. students to become independent learners, three pathways that set out the 11-19 critical in their thinking, informed in their learning journey students undertake while Our staff and students work closely choices and confident in their ability to at the school. At all key stages, students together to achieve their best, and through succeed in the modern world. are assessed on their attainment, our extensive partnerships, the school is progress and attitude to learning. a rewarding and fulfilling place to learn. School organisation Sixth form We recently launched our new House Our curriculum intent Creative lessons inspire and challenge system with students, staff and Our aim is to provide a curriculum that students, whilst also preparing them governors all becoming members ensures students have a love of learning for the demands of further study and of one our six new School Houses: and enjoy what they are learning and how independent learning. We offer a Tower, Tate, Trafalgar, Thames, Globe, they learn. But we also we aim to provide tailored curriculum for each pathway, and Barbican. Our House system will a challenging, coherent and enriching which allows us to meet the needs of enhance our students’ learning and curriculum, which is highly ambitious and all students who wish to continue their experience as they journey with us. fundamentally inclusive of all students. studies further. Students will gain access to a wealth of leadership, cultural, sports, musical, We will provide every opportunity we Whether the ambition is to go to entrepreneurial and social action can through the curriculum so that our university, follow a vocational career activities, programmes and initiatives students can be sure of: or become their own boss, we have a that are exemplary. • The highest academic achievement personalised approach that meets the • Creative expression that is actively needs of all our students. encouraged
36 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Mulberry Academy Shoreditch 3
Learning support Pastoral care Extracurricular activities Inclusion Behaviour and expectations Students engage in a range of stimulating Mulberry Academy Shoreditch is proud to Expectations are high for our students activities to help develop an exceptional serve the community as a fully inclusive and they take full responsibility for their range of skills. Students benefit from school and we love, value, support, and behaviour as outlined in our student an impressive assortment of trips and encourage all of our students. We provide pledge. A reward scheme is in place to events. Activities include arts, culture, extensive, personalised support packages praise, reward, encourage, and inspire drama, sports, music, oversea visits, dependent on the specific needs and talents young people to succeed. modern foreign languages, volunteering, of our students. We value the contribution and fundraising. that every individual can make at the school, We have a strong primary transition regardless of ability or background. programme in place with lots of exciting events taking place in holiday time and Students with special education needs and after students have joined us. We have disabilities (SEND) are part of our vision, close relationships with the local primary practice and GCSE success. They are able schools where our students come from. to flourish as independent and confident learners. SEND provision has a dedicated Parent communication and well-equipped suite of rooms and is We recognise that positive working home to the Learning Support Unit and relationships with students and their Pastoral Support Centre. Our highly skilled families are key to our academic and committed team of teaching assistants success. Student attainment is rigorously and team of learning mentors support monitored and parents and carers students both in and out of the classroom. receive half termly reports detailing their child’s academic progress, attendance, punctuality, and attitude to learning. Environment Physical accessibility There is a weekly newsletter that All of our buildings and changing rooms every student takes home on a Friday, are wheelchair accessible, with eight detailing all of the latest news and disabled toilets and three lifts, allowing views and best stories of the week. access to all floors.
School information
Mulberry Academy Shoreditch Admission arrangements Gosset Street, E2 6NW Number of places available for year 7: 210 Tel: 020 7920 7900 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Website: www.mulberryacademyshoreditch.org Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: 0 Headteacher: Mrs Ruth Holden Age range: 11-19 Open days Phase of education: secondary See www.mulberryacademyshoreditch.org and Gender: co-educational www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Type of school: academy within the Mulberry Schools Trust for up to date visiting arrangements Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: none Uniform: see school website Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 999 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 37 3 Mulberry School for Girls
We aim to enable all pupils to become confident, creative leaders with a love of learning, who will make a positive, contribution to our community, now and in the future.
Mulberry School for Girls is a vibrant, The school assists pupils to become In Key Stage 4, pupils study core national high achieving and over-subscribed confident, creative and questioning young curriculum subjects, with computing girls’ comprehensive school for pupils women with the ability to lead in – and offered as an additional option alongside aged 11 to 18. We are an eight-form contribute to – a range of fields including other subjects to GCSE level. The entry school with approximately 400 work, political and social citizenship, the curriculum on offer to sixth form pupils places for pupils in the sixth form. community, and family life. allows them to take courses from entry to advanced level, including a range of We believe that education is a life chance Positive links with parents and carers and vocational routes. The curriculum offer and that every pupil is entitled to the the community are developed through is complemented by collaboration with fullest and richest educational experience. partnerships and by making the school’s other schools and providers. Every individual is valued and respected, resources available for community enjoying the highest possible standards learning throughout the year. The sixth form admissions policy of educational provision. can be found on the school website: www.mulberryschoolforgirls.org Mulberry aims to create a learning and School organisation teaching environment in which every pupil The curriculum is challenging, broad Learning support enjoys their education, feels secure and and balanced from Years 7-13, and can flourish and reach their full potential. provides a range of academic and career Mulberry is an inclusive environment. pathways, as well as a wide programme Our building is accessible for mobility- High standards of achievement and of extracurricular learning, including arts impaired pupils. We have a multi-sensory academic attainment for all is promoted, and international activities. learning laboratory for those with visual, which enables every pupil to leave hearing or complex learning requirements Mulberry enriched with skills and Mulberry teaches core and foundation and employ a special educational needs experiences that will further develop subjects largely in line with the national coordinator (SENCO), who is supported by talents and gifts. curriculum. At Key Stage 3 (ages 11-14), specially trained special educational needs this includes English, maths, science, (SEN) teachers and teaching assistants. Mulberry is committed to creating a design and technology, computing, We also work closely with a range of learning environment which meets the expressive arts, PE, modern foreign therapists and medical practitioners. educational and social needs of every languages, religious studies, history, pupil, regardless of ability, aptitude, geography, and personal health and To afford all pupils with the widest range ethnic background or disability, and social education with citizenship. These of learning experiences, we teach in which provides for both their physical subjects may be themed and progress is mixed as well as same ability groups. and emotional needs. formally assessed.
38 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Mulberry School for Girls 3
Some learning also takes place in mixed age groups. English language Pastoral care Extracurricular activities support is available to those who are at We are committed to pastoral Mulberry is a centre for excellence for an early stage of learning English as an care to support the personal and out-of-hours learning. We offer after additional language. academic progress of each pupil. school and lunchtime activities to learn We value links with parents and the new skills, broaden horizons and develop community and consider education self-confidence and leadership. Mulberry Environment to be a partnership between home has a dedicated women’s education Mulberry has a modern school and the school. Our teaching staff team who develop partnerships and run building, providing the best possible work closely with primary schools to activities, which are tailored to supporting accommodation and facilities. The ensure that our work supports the the development of pupils to become school benefits from contemporary, continuation of their learning. questioning, well-mannered, inspirational, specialist teaching bases in all and confident young women at the end of curriculum areas, including dance and We practice an open door policy, their school career. drama studios, a music suite, sports where parents are welcome at all complex, 11 science laboratories, a times. Parents are encouraged to newly equipped technology wing with visit, not only for formal occasions but specialist catering/restaurant facilities, to discuss issues with staff as they two libraries and seven computer/ arise. This is essential if parents are to ICT rooms. In addition to the ICT support the learning process and the bases, faculties have classrooms, achievement of their daughters. which are equipped with computers, and all other classrooms have ICT Pupils are expected to follow our facilities. The school also benefits from uniform requirements and behaviour complete Wi-Fi coverage. policy. Discipline is built upon understanding of, and respect for, To support access, ramps are in other people. Great emphasis is place where needed and stairs are placed on attendance and punctuality, painted according to advice from and these are monitored daily. the visual impairment service. There are lifts throughout the site, with teaching assistants escorting pupils where necessary.
School information
Mulberry School for Girls Admission arrangements Richard Street, Commercial Road, E1 2JP Number of places available for year 7: 240 Tel: 020 7790 6327 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Website: www.mulberryschoolforgirls.org Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: 0 upheld from 28 lodged Headteacher: Dr Vanessa Ogden Age range: 11-18 Open days Phase of education: secondary See www.mulberryschoolforgirls.org and Gender: girls www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Type of school: academy within the Mulberry Schools Trust for up to date visiting arrangements Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: none Uniform: see school website Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 1432 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 39 3 Oaklands School
We are a fully inclusive community comprehensive school proudly serving children and families in Tower Hamlets.
We are: We have been an international school At 16, students are expected to continue • A learning community. for the past decade and welcome their education at school, college, in • Innovative and creative, caring and visitors from all over the world, as well as training or in employment until the age of respectful, and work in partnership. visiting other countries – most recently, 18. Oaklands sixth form offers a variety • Confident in our aspirations and Rwanda. This helps our students develop of level 3 courses including traditional ability to achieve. a broader perspective on the world in subjects at A Level and vocational BTEC • Contribute positively to our which we live. Our sixth form students diplomas (Equivalent to three A Levels). diverse world. also have the opportunity to accompany Students make very good progress and • On our learning journey that knows our Headteacher to conferences in we are consistently one of the highest no barriers. Scandinavia where they share their achieving Sixth Forms in Tower Hamlets. experiences as Oaklands students. Our outcomes are consistently at or Oaklands reflects the local area and above national averages. brings together students of different backgrounds, abilities and talents. School organisation Due to excellent results and first-rate At Oaklands, our students are Oaklands is a mixed 11-18 school advice and guidance, approximately expected to be kind, work hard and committed to creating opportunities for 40 per cent of students each year go to take opportunities. all to succeed. We have 600 students in Russell Group universities, with many years 7-11 and 200 in the sixth form. studying at prestigious universities such We are very proud of our school and of as Oxbridge, UCL and King’s College, our students. Over the last three years we All students follow the national curriculum. London and we have a very high success have been the highest achieving mixed In years 7 and 8 all students follow a rate for competitive courses, such as school in Tower Hamlets at GCSE level, broad curriculum. Students then start Key medicine. We are an inclusive sixth form, with the highest rates of progress for Stage 4 in year 9. They are required to having a small cohort of Foundation and boys and girls. Nationally our progress make some subject selections at the end Level 1 learners, who stay with us until rates at GCSE have placed us in the of year 8 and again at the end of year 9. 19. We prepare our most vulnerable top 14 per cent of schools nationally Careful consideration is given to making students for life in the outside world and in the top 20 per cent of schools for sure students are matched to the right through skills based qualifications. attainment in English, maths, science, courses for them. High-quality careers languages, art, sports studies, food advice and guidance is given to students More about the sixth form, including technology and ICT. to ensure they progress to the right post- our admissions policy, can be found on 16 education pathway. our website.
40 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Oaklands School 3
Learning support Pastoral care Extracurricular activities We are committed to ensuring that At Oaklands, our strong caring ethos Making sure our students have our school is open and accessible to is reinforced by our experienced key opportunities for extra-curricular clubs and all students, whatever their particular stage pastoral teams, to ensure our trips is paramount to their development at need. Students who need extra help students feel supported through their Oaklands. We offer a broad range of clubs with their learning are closely monitored education. Each key stage team is that run before, during and after school by the Special Educational Needs lead by a Key Stage leader - a senior - to give students the opportunity to department. There is specialist help for member of staff - who coordinates a extend their learning and occupy their time students whose first language is not team of pastoral leads and assistants. productively. These range from the Bank English. We also offer a comprehensive These pastoral leads and assistants of England challenge to sports and after intervention programme for students are non-teaching staff, which school learning/homework groups. aged 11-18. We have wheelchair ensures they are always available to access, lifts and accessible toilets for provide pastoral care to Oaklands’ As part of our Oaklands pledge, students students with disabilities. students and parents. are given opportunities to extend their learning on trips. These range from days at local museums to international travel. Environment We have a unique site split across two buildings, connected by a bridge. Our facilities are modern and the buildings benefitted from recent Building Schools for the Future funding. We have a broad range of onsite sporting facilities, in addition to making good use of Weavers Fields and other local amenities for school sport.
School information
Oaklands School Admission arrangements Old Bethnal Green Road, E2 6PR Number of places available for year 7: 180 Tel: 020 7613 1014 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Website: www.oaklands.towerhamlets.sch.uk Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: 0 Headteacher: Patrice Canavan Age range: 11-18 Open days Phase of education: secondary See www.oaklands.towerhamlets.sch.uk and Gender: mixed www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Type of school: community for up to date visiting arrangements Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: none Uniform: see school website Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 800 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 41 3 St Paul’s Way Trust School
St Paul’s Way trust is a popular, vibrant and successful ‘through school’ and ‘national teaching school’.
From September 2016, we became the founding school of the University Schools Trust, an exciting new multi-academy trust, with Queen Mary University of London as the lead sponsor. We are committed to achieving the best possible education for our students. In April 2013, Ofsted judged the school to be outstanding in all areas and praised the school for its “relentless pursuit of scholarship and excellence”.
The university school in the heart of east London We expect each of our graduates to be fully prepared for the opportunities and the demands of the adult world. During each child’s school career, we place strong emphasis on six key areas: communication, investigation, networking, participation, scholarship, and vision. It is because students learn to excel in these areas that they gain the confidence to become successful global citizens.
Science and Arts specialisms We are the first Faraday Science School in London, with a £1 million science centre and innovative, experience-led ways of teaching. Our science and Since 2014, we have changed our or high level apprenticeships. The sixth Arts specialisms provide creative and admissions criteria to accept five per form admissions policy can be found on investigative learning opportunities for cent of the students on the basis of the schools website: www.spwt.net all our students. Professor Brian Cox, musical aptitude. These students follow our patron, directly supports the work a bespoke music curriculum and take St Paul’s Way Trust All Through School of the school. part in a wide range of performances. Since September 2014, we have been welcoming children to our reception At Key Stage 4, students are given an and from January 2017 to our nursery. School organisation even wider choice of subjects to choose Students from our primary phase get an from, offering every learner the best automatic placement in our secondary The St Paul’s Way Graduate chance of success. Routes into higher school. We encourage all of our students Underpinning our subject-based education and employment are well to develop a lifelong love of learning. curriculum are the six learning strands. planned from an early stage. Working with youngsters of all ages Developing skills across these areas ensures that St Paul’s Way Trust School enables our students to aim high, realise Academic sixth form can build on the skills, knowledge and their ambitions and make a worthwhile Our A Level programme is designed to experience of all our students. and enjoyable contribution to society. prepare students to apply to the best universities in the country. In addition to Teaching school status Our curriculum their academic studies, students also In April 2014, we were designated a All students in years 7-9 follow a broad have a wide range of enrichment and national teaching school and we are and balanced curriculum, including work experience opportunities. Through also a national support school. In these English, mathematics, science, art and our trust partners, we are able to offer roles, we work with schools in London design, geography, history and modern bursaries and scholarships to support and beyond to develop innovative and foreign languages. students as they progress to university outstanding pedagogy.
42 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 St Paul’s Way Trust School 3
We currently run sessions in sport, Learning support Pastoral care music, drama, art, photography, science, Our school is a diverse and inclusive Our graduate strands underpin our computing, technology, debating, dance, learning community. We have unique home-school agreement and and languages, as well as entering considerable experience in supporting support the school in developing students for the Duke of Edinburgh’s students at the early stage of learning outstanding behaviour for learning. award scheme. There are opportunities English and those who have difficulty We regularly recognise our students to explore London and we also offer with their studies, as well as providing for displaying exceptional graduate trips across the UK and overseas. opportunities for gifted and talented skills which culminate at our annual Last Winter, SPWT students watched learners. We are a deaf-friendly school Foundation Day awards ceremony. England versus Montenegro at Wembley and have highly successful specialist Football Stadium in recognition of their support for hearing impaired students. In addition to exceptional year team hard work. leaders, our pastoral teams include highly skilled non-teaching pastoral Accommodation leaders who develop personalised The school benefits from a state-of-the-art support for every child. science research and visual arts facilities. Our sports facilities are exceptional, and Extracurricular activities we offer professional tennis coaching. We encourage all students to All rooms are accessible by wheelchair. participate in activities outside their There are two lifts reaching all floors with timetabled lessons through our Extra a disabled toilet on each floor (four in Connection programme. This provides total). There are also specially designed opportunities for them to broaden their shower and changing room facilities for learning and explore and develop new wheelchair users. Every classroom has talents and skills. adjustable height desks.
School information
St Paul’s Way Trust School Admission arrangements 125 St Paul’s Way, London E3 4FT Number of places available for year 7: 240 Tel: 020 7987 1883 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Website: www.spwt.net Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Executive Headteacher: Phil Akerman Previous year’s appeals: 6 upheld from 108 lodged Age range: 4-19 Phase of education: all through school Open days Gender: mixed See www.spwt.net and Type of school: academy - University Schools Trust www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Day/Boarding school: day for up to date visiting arrangements Religious character: none Specialism: science and art Uniform and general Selection: partial selection on music aptitude Uniform: see school website Total number of pupils: 1738 Exam results: see school website Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 43 Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary School 3 (formerly known as Sir John Cass Foundation & Redcoat CofE Secondary School)
Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary School (formerly known as Sir John Cass Foundation & Redcoat CofE Secondary School) and Sixth Form College is a mixed Church of England School which Ofsted has judged to be Outstanding.
We want your child to learn in a secure, well-ordered and stimulating environment that broadens their horizons and gives them every opportunity to reach the highest academic standards and to achieve further success at college, university, and in their career and relationships with others.
We aim to: • encourage respect for all in our multi- faith, church school community • help develop independent learners who have the skills and qualifications to lead a successful life • work in partnership with parents and the wider community to maximise achievement and facilitate learning as a lifelong activity.
Standards For several years, students at Stepney All Saints have consistently achieved maths, science, geography/history philosophy, physics, psychology, RE, some of the highest results locally and a modern foreign language) are sociology, Spanish, and sports science. and nationally at GCSE. Ofsted has on offer to students as well as courses identified excellent levels of achievement such as art, business studies, child The Sixth Form admissions policy can be in academic and vocational subjects at development, computer science, design found on the Sixth Form College website: the school and results are well above technology, drama, graphics, health www.sjcr6thform.net the national average. The school’s and social care, hospitality and catering, assessment information also shows media studies, music, PE, psychology, excellent progress rates over time for RE, resistant materials, sociology and Learning support students across all key stages. textiles. Bespoke guidance is given to all Stepney All Saints is an inclusive school students on which pathways to follow. where every individual is valued and School organisation supported. In our Sixth Form College, we have an All students at Key Stage 3 follow exceptional range of level 2 and level 3 Teachers at our school are skilled in a broad and balanced curriculum courses including A-levels and BTECs. adapting and responding to the learning which includes English, mathematics, Levels of achievement are among the needs of their students. In addition, science (biology, chemistry and highest in Tower Hamlets. extra support is available for those who physics), art, computer science, experience specific learning difficulties. design technology, PSHE/citizenship, Our range of sixth form advanced level These students may benefit from one- drama, geography, history, a modern and vocational courses include: art, to-one sessions from highly qualified foreign language (Spanish, French or biology, business studies, chemistry, specialist teachers with support carefully Bengali), music, physical education, computer science, design and technology, tailored to the needs of the individual. and religious education. drama, economics, English (language and The learning support department works literature), extended project qualification, closely with teams of other professionals At Key Stage 4 students are offered French, geography, government and with expertise in specific learning difficulties all core subjects with a wide choice of politics, graphics, health and social care, and special educational needs to ensure additional subjects to GCSE level. The history, ICT, law, mathematics, further that individual students are supported. English Baccalaureate subjects (English, mathematics, media studies, music,
44 Ready for Secondary School in Tower Hamlets 2021 Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary School (formerly known as Sir John Cass Foundation & Redcoat CofE Secondary School) 3
The support we receive from parents Environment is excellent and is a substantial factor Extracurricular activities Stepney All Saints has exceptional in the school’s success. We attach The Stepney All Saints Enrichment resources; a state-of-the-art learning and great importance to our links with our Programme offers a wide range of resource centre, a drama theatre and feeder primary schools. We run a sports opportunities including social and sports recording studio for the performing arts, programme for primary students, support clubs, arts, activity groups, homework well-equipped science laboratories and a local school in the teaching of Spanish support, and extra classes. sports facilities including a swimming pool and run a wide range of annual events. and multi-use games area. In addition, Students have the opportunity to extend the school has dedicated blocks for the In the summer term new students attend their skills and experience through sessions Sixth Form, which include an independent an induction day and parents/carers in debating, computer coding, drama, learning centre, library, café and common attend individual induction interviews. engineering, learning new languages as rooms. Further facilities include ICT and Our teachers also visit students in their well as schemes such as the Duke of multimedia suites, independent learning primary schools to ensure the transfer is Edinburgh’s award. Stepney All Saints centres, our technology block, and a as smooth as possible. students will also take part in an extensive multifaith room. careers advice and guidance programme Parents can meet with staff, including working with businesses and universities the headteacher, and governors and including Oxford and Cambridge. Pastoral care other parents whose children attend the school. Parents’ evenings are held An orderly environment is essential if throughout the year and we encourage students are to learn well. To support parents to contact the school if there are this, our code of conduct was produced any concerns. We also run review days in partnership with students, staff and for all parents and students as well as governors and underpins our school’s regular parental forum meetings. ethos and values. Discipline is based on respecting others, balanced against the rights and needs of each student. We want to ensure that your child is secure and cared for by staff. The Head of Learning plays an important part in monitoring your child’s development.
School information
Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary School Admission arrangements (formerly known as Sir John Cass Foundation & Redcoat Number of places available for year 7: 208 CofE Secondary School) Oversubscription criteria: see school website Stepney Way, E1 0RH Waiting list arrangements: see school website Tel: 020 7790 6712 Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Email: [email protected] Previous year’s appeals: 3 upheld from 77 lodged Website: www.stepneyallsaints.school Open days Headteacher: Paul Woods See www.stepneyallsaints.school and Age range: 11-19 www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Phase of education: secondary for up to date visiting arrangements Gender: mixed Type of school: voluntary aided Uniform and general Day/Boarding school: day Uniform: see school website Religious character: Church of England Exam results: see school website Specialism: none Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk Selection: partial selection in modern foreign languages and type the school name in search Total number of pupils: 1390 SIAMS report: See school website for the SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools) inspection report School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 45 Stepney Green Maths, Computing 3 and Science College
Stepney Green Maths, Computing and Science college is one of the top performing schools within Tower Hamlets. Current attainment levels are well above the national level. From September 2020, Stepney Green will become a mixed school, ensuring the very best of education for boys and girls, from Year 7 to Year 13.*
Many of our students progress to some of the top universities in this country. There is a real drive for high standards, ensuring all students leave the school with exceptional qualifications. Stepney Green MCSC continues to be a popular choice for parents.
The school is an academy for boys and girls and a foundation member of The Tower Trust.
How do we involve parents and keep in touch? There is a parents’ newsletter each term. There is a parents’ calendar of the main events in the college.
There is an annual parent/teacher consultation meeting, divided by year groups. There are the annual and termly interim reports on your child’s progress at school. The Headteacher is include: French, Bengali, art, media There are teachers specifically employed available to meet parents without any studies, history, geography, sports to improve our student’s English language appointment on Thursdays from 4pm- studies, business studies, design and and literacy skills. The learning support unit 5pm. Parents may arrange to see the technology, and music. helps students who may be experiencing a Headteacher at other times by making temporary difficulty in mainstream lessons an appointment. At Key Stage 5, the school offers a range for a variety of reasons. Local authority of A Levels and BTEC qualifications at agencies work with staff in school to help Parents can ring the school during the level 3. students who may be experiencing similar school day to make an appointment to or longer-term difficulties. see a teacher, if he/she is not teaching. The sixth form admissions policy can A parent/visitor room is available so be found on the schools website: parents and staff can meet and talk. www.stepneygreen.towerhamlets.sch.uk Environment There are parent governors on the What are our buildings and facilities like? governing body. Learning support The older buildings date from the 1960s. There have been recent additions that School organisation How are pupils with special include: educational needs and disabilities • a spacious library with ICT facilities What will students be taught? (SEND) supported? • humanities classrooms At Key Stage 3, years 7 and 8, the national We are committed to including all pupils • a learning support centre, fully curriculum subjects are taught and there so that they can access the curriculum. equipped with ICT is a broad and balanced curriculum. Support for students with SEND will be • a new sports centre with roof-top provided in a variety of ways, mainly by in- play pitch At Key Stage 4, years 9, 10 and 11, the class support but also through small group • a new teaching block with state-of- core subjects are taught at GCSE. Your work. This is organised by the special the-art learning facilities child will also have a range of option educational needs coordinator (SENCO) • a new state-of-the-art 6th Form Block. subjects to choose from at GCSE, these and a team of teaching assistants.
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The school also boasts a state-of-the-art with a school planner in which your sports hall and an additional teaching child must record their homework and Extracurricular activities block. The new facilities incorporate you may write notes to teachers – the What extracurricular activities are offered? a prayer area for student use. The planner aids communication. We recognise that such activities broaden new build has added greatly to the and expand students’ talents and interests. existing outstanding provision, ensuring We encourage students to develop their our students have a school fit for the responsibilities and show mutual respect • The Library is open from 7.30am, at 21st century. for all who work and learn here. There is lunchtimes and after school until 5pm. a thriving school council and a system • The physical education department runs The school is fully Disability Discrimination of prefects in year 11, including a head football and table tennis matches at Act compliant and has a treatment room prefect and deputy head prefects. In the lunchtime, after school and on Saturdays. for medical use sixth form we have a school president • The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme and a deputy president. There is a home is well established at the school. school agreement which we, pupils and • Revision classes and extra lessons Pastoral care parents all sign. are a regular feature of life during the The team leader for year 7 and their holidays and on Saturdays. tutors will ensure the move from primary Merits and certificates are awarded for • HSBC bank has provided funding of to secondary stage is successful and that good work, effort and behaviour. £100,000 for 30 students per year to the students settle in well to their routines. go on a week’s outward bound course in a national park. The Key Stage 3 team leader and team will have oversight of students’ welfare and academic progress in years 7 and 8.
The Key Stage 4 team leader and tutors will ensure the students are successfully prepared for their GCSE examinations and their move to post-16 education.
Students will be placed in a tutor group and the form tutor will see and monitor your child’s daily attendance, punctuality and uniform. All students are issued
School information
Stepney Green Maths, Computing & Science College Admission arrangements Ben Jonson Road, E1 4SD Number of places available for year 7: 190* Tel: 020 7790 6361 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Website: www.stepneygreen.towerhamlets.sch.uk Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: 1 upheld from 18 lodged Headteacher: Paramjit Bhutta Age range: 11-18 Open days Phase of education: secondary See www.stepneygreen.towerhamlets.sch.uk and Gender: mixed; post 16 mixed www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Type of school: Academy for up to date visiting arrangements Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: none Uniform: see school website Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 1100 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search *During the period in which the school changes from a boys school School policies: see school website to a mixed school there will be special admission arrangements in place. For more information please see notice on page 11.
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 47 3 Swanlea School
We are a vibrant and thriving 11-19 mixed comprehensive school. in our most recent inspection by Ofsted, we were judged as Outstanding in all areas.
Swanlea has built an enviable reputation for outstanding academic success and we are very proud of what our students achieve, attributing this to our supportive staff, parents, carers and hard-working governors.
At Swanlea, we want to see all students become highly skilled learners, achieving excellent standards and leading fulfilling and exciting lives. Our commitment to equal opportunities is reflected in all aspects of school life where we welcome young people from all cultures, backgrounds and beliefs. We celebrate these in our shared Swanlea values: respect, aspire and achieve.
School organisation Swanlea students receive outstanding learning and teaching opportunities. Students and teachers alike enjoy lessons, which make for a positive and purposeful atmosphere. Students are supported by a varied and diverse curriculum which disabilities. We have a range of learning We also have fully equipped laboratories, meets the needs of all within a high- interventions and programmes to technology workshops and drama and quality learning environment. support the achievement of all students, dance studios. Students benefit from coordinated by our inclusion faculty. newly landscaped outdoor spaces and Swanlea School is in the top 15 per cent two full-size floodlit multi-use games of schools and colleges in the country. All students with special educational areas. We also hold our whole school Additionally, our progress and attainment needs are provided with specific, targeted annual sports day at Mile End Stadium scores are consistently above the support. Together with our extensive and have regular use of Whitechapel national and borough average. provision for our more able students, Sports Centre. including City mentoring opportunities, Since 2008, Swanlea has been an 11- masterclasses and residentials, we are 19 secondary school offering education committed to supporting excellence. Pastoral care at all Key Stages up to university Our pastoral care, welfare and support entrance. Ofsted judged our sixth form Our facilities include fully accessible lift for students have been judged as to be Outstanding. Students have access to all floors and five accessible Outstanding. Your child has access to a gone on to study courses such as law toilets, one of which includes a fully wide range of support and guidance to at Oxford, aeronautical engineering at accessible wet room and hoist. help them achieve. Imperial College London and medicine at King’s College London. Environment The form tutor is the first point of contact and is responsible for the welfare of your Learning support The school has fantastic facilities. We child throughout their time at Swanlea. benefited from the multi-million pound The pastoral team is led by a learning Swanlea is a fully inclusive school, Building Schools for the Future programme, coordinator and a deputy learning committed to the achievement of all of which created our new block allowing for coordinator who, together with parents, our pupils. Our building is fully accessible exciting learning spaces, modern furniture carers and staff, supports your child’s and we welcome pupils with physical and outstanding technology. welfare and the school’s learning ethos.
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We aim to make the transfer from primary We have a parents’ association, which Our Saturday morning school provides to secondary education as smooth as is central to school life while our parent additional learning opportunities for possible by: governors play a significant role in the students in all subjects. • Visiting pupils whilst still at primary success of the school. We maintain school and discussing their needs with contact through: The school holds the Investors in People class teachers. • newsletters award, Gold Healthy Schools award, • Inviting pupils to an individual admissions • parent evenings the Equalities award, an Artsmark Silver, interview with parents/carers in the • open days the British Council Gold Standard summer term before they start. • parent forums International award and Advanced Status • Inviting primary school children and • weekly headteacher open for out-of-hours learning provision. parents to use our exciting facilities drop-in meetings. and to take part in taster lessons. • Inviting primary school children to watch and participate in productions, Extracurricular activities summer school, sporting events, and We believe that effective partnerships concerts at Swanlea. are fundamental to our pupils’ success. • Running information sessions that Strong learning partnerships are forged introduce parents and carers to life at between pupils, parents and teachers secondary school. through close links with local primary • Working with our East 1 Schools’ schools, community organisations and Partnership of seven local primaries, local and international businesses. which helps us support and empower parents and pupils, raising achievement We care for the wellbeing of our staff and supporting the transition from and our students and make sure primary to secondary school. that we invest in our community. Our extracurricular activities have included The most successful schools are those badminton, boxing, archery, enterprise that work in partnership with parents. initiatives with the Bank of America, We value the central contribution that Merrill Lynch and Deloitte and other local, parents/carers make in supporting city-wide and international businesses. children’s achievement. We have We also have a strong music and art developed very effective home/school department showcased through our links to help support you and your child. numerous concerts and exhibitions.
School information
Swanlea School Admission arrangements 31 Brady Street, E1 5DJ Number of places available for year 7: 210 Tel: 020 7375 3267 Oversubscription criteria: see page 12 Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see page 15 Website: www.swanlea.co.uk Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: 2 upheld from 28 lodged Headteacher: Brenda Landers Age range: 11-19 Open days Phase of education: secondary See www.swanlea.co.uk and Gender: mixed www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Type of school: community for up to date visiting arrangements Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: none Uniform: see school website Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 1250 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 49 3 Wapping High School
Wapping High School is a high performing and innovative co-educational school. We deliver an engaging all-round education that supports academic achievement whilst developing the skills, knowledge and qualities students need to be well equipped for life in the modern world.
As a Free School, we follow the National Curriculum although we are distinct from other schools in that we innovate aspects of the provision such as in our dedicated enrichment programme, in our balance of traditional and project based learning opportunities and in our focus on using digital learning strategies in line with our underlying commitment to developing young people’s technical skills.
We are extremely proud of the diverse nature of our student body and celebrate their differences which enriches our school community. This strong community feel coupled with the opportunity to experience a well-designed, appropriate Students typically take significant their own Google Chromebook to help and interesting curriculum that makes responsibility for their own learning, them collate and share their ideas across learning more relevant, engaging and that take pride in their work and are keen a wide range of partner audiences. inspires our young people to take more to support each other in achieving ownership of their learning, which can outstanding outcomes. Partnerships with Our excellent enrichment programme on lead to greater success. universities and businesses further inspire Thursday afternoons is very popular with students to aim high in whatever field students. Enrichment experiences are At Wapping High, alongside a firm they wish to pursue. delivered in themes: Cultural, Creative, commitment to working closely with Technical, and Sport. The enrichment parents, we pride ourselves on setting high In Years 7 and 8, as well as following the programme allows students to explore standards here for both students and staff. core curriculum of English, maths and their other interests outside of the National We are committed to ensuring that every science, students study the full range of Curriculum and Thursday afternoons are child can achieve their full potential both English National Curriculum subjects. Year always a highlight for everyone. academically and personally and continue 7 and 8 students also enjoy ‘Workshop to benefit from the school’s partnerships Wednesdays’ in which humanities and In both Workshop Wednesdays and in with local and national organisations across the STEAM subjects (science, technology, our enrichment programme, a range of the performing arts, sport, technical, engineering and maths applications) transferable skills are developed including business, and educational domains. are explored through project learning. time management, collaboration and Wapping High also links and shares our problem solving skills while also gaining an School organisation project learning outcomes with other in-depth understanding of those subjects. learning through REAL projects which is Guest speakers and collaborators from Wapping High School provides a broad, a design for learning that connects deep other partner institutions and public balanced and engaging curriculum subject content with real world problem life regularly participate with projects, designed to prepare students well for our solving. REAL projects enable all students activities and enrichment to help really rapidly changing world. Students study the to create extraordinary work that matters. bring the whole experience to life. full range of national curriculum subjects at This means that learning is enquiry based Key Stage 3 and at Key Stage 4 can select and develops high level thinking skills in In summary, Wapping High School is from a wide range of GCSEs and BTECs. a real-world context. fully committed to developing confident, skilled and self-motivated learners who are The curriculum blends high-quality, Our students also get to share their committed to be collaborative, independent imaginative learning approaches project learning experiences internationally and digitally literate young people. supported by a rich, digital environment with our partners in the USA and India. with a rigorous focus on inspiring our Students are also encouraged, and where Wapping High is a happy school where young people to make excellent progress. necessary financially supported, to buy everyone really does matter.
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Learning support Pastoral care Extracurricular activities At Wapping High School, we support We are a small and caring school, As was mentioned in the School and value the abilities of all our learners with a strong sense of community Organisation section above, students are and aim to provide every student where each child is known personally. actively encouraged to engage fully with with proper access to our broad and Students are divided into Houses the school’s enrichment programme on balanced curriculum. We remain fully to encourage interaction across the Thursday afternoons which gives every committed to providing excellent age groups and to create a safe and student the opportunity to shape and learning support for all groups across caring environment. Tutor groups pursue a range of activities which they the school. We have a dedicated within each House have a Form Tutor get to choose. The school also organises Special Educational Needs Coordinator to support and guide students both a wide range of extracurricular trips to (SENCO) along with a team of Learning academically and socially. Families museums, art galleries, theatre’s, sporting Support Assistants to provide all form an active part of the school events, exhibitions, careers events, or to special education needs support. community and are continuously one of our university partner campuses. involved with their child’s education. There is also a hugely popular annual international trip to countries including Environment Every aspect of school life is guided France, Switzerland and Spain. Our school building is an innovative by a clear ethical code, to foster Reward trips also take place every term for 21st century learning space which social awareness and help students those students with the best attendance provides us with a great deal of understand and meet with confidence and highest number of house points. flexibility for students to make full the challenges of a diverse and use of. In line with our ethos, the changing society and the world of school building has a mix of specialist work. The attitude to learning policy and open plan learning spaces. sets high expectations of behaviour for learning in the school. Each The accommodation includes industry house is led by a pastoral leader who standard technical and practical provides outstanding pastoral care areas, a cafeteria and social spaces. and support to ensure that students The school also draws on external develop into confident, well-educated, facilities to enrich and extend the resilient young adults. performing arts and sporting options which give access to a range of external venues.
School information
Wapping High School Admission arrangements 153-157 Commercial Road, E1 2DA Number of places available for year 7: 84 Tel: 020 3597 3670 Oversubscription criteria: see school website Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: see school website Website: www.wappinghigh.org Previous year’s applications: see page 9 Previous year’s appeals: 0 Headteacher: Gary Nelson Age range: 11-16 Open days Phase of education: secondary See www.wappinghigh.org and Gender: mixed www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Type of school: free school for up to date visiting arrangements Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: none Uniform: there is no school uniform Selection: none Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 420 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 51 East London Arts and Music 4 College (16-19)
East London Arts and Music (ELAM) is a games design, music, film and television college for 16-19 year olds. We focus on developing the next generation of young, creative, entrepreneurial talent.
Graded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in all categories, ELAM’s trainees work and learn alongside the creative industries’ leading organisations and professionals. Real world projects, work placements and expert mentors develop the technical and personal skills needed to succeed at university and within the workplace. ELAM is totally committed to the successful progression of its trainees on to these pathways.
Underpinning the development of our trainees and the practice of our staff are ELAM’s values of collaboration, excellence, innovation, integrity, and drive. These values align ELAM with our partners and are embedded in everything we do. We try to live and breathe our values through our behaviours and see them as the key to success for all.
School organisation Courses at ELAM has been designed with creative industries such as Universal Music UK, YouTube and Creative Assembly so that all trainees have the skills, knowledge and portfolio of work they need to enter the workplace when they finish their studies. Learning support Accommodation There are three main courses at ELAM: music, games design and development, All schools in Newham and Tower Hamlets ELAM is a day school based in: and film and television production. Trainees have a similar approach to meeting the Maltings Close, Bromley-by-Bow, E3 3TA on these courses will take the UAL level 3 needs of young people with special extended diploma, which is the equivalent to educational needs and disabilities, and 3 A Levels in UCAS points and contact time. are supported by the local authority to Pastoral care ensure that all young people, regardless ELAM has a pastoral team and a SENCO In addition to either of these qualifications, of their specific needs, make the best who provide a thorough support system all trainees study maths and English as possible progress while in college. for all trainees. the skills developed in both are critical for success in the creative industries. The ELAM will meet the needs of trainees ELAM runs a tutor system so all trainees level at which trainees study maths and with the following special educational and parents have a tutor as a first point of English depends on their starting level needs and disabilities (SEND): contact for any issues. upon entry. We offer A levels, AS levels, • communication and interaction level 3 qualifications and GCSEs in both • cognition and learning maths and English. • social, mental, and emotional health Extracurricular activities • sensory/physical ELAM offers extensive extracurricular Alongside these rigorous qualifications, activities in all key subject areas. all trainees get extensive and direct Our inclusion team, led by our special access to the professional industries educational needs coordinator through weekly masterclasses, a unique (SENCO), provide specific support for mentoring programme and unparalleled learners with SEND. work experience opportunities.
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School information
East London Arts and Music College Admission arrangements 45 Maltings Close, E3 3TA Number of places available: 300 Tel: 020 7515 2159 Oversubscription criteria: n/a Email: [email protected] Waiting list arrangements: n/a Website: www.elam.co.uk Previous year’s applications: n/a Previous year’s appeals: n/a Headteacher: Mik Nelson Age range: 16-19 Open days Phase of education: further education Mornings: see school website Gender: mixed Evenings: see school website Type of school: free school Day/Boarding school: day Uniform and general Religious character: none Uniform: see school website Specialism: music, film and television, games design Exam results: see school website Total number of pupils: 300 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 53 London East Alternative 4 Provision (LEAP)
“Visiting London East Alternative Provision and speaking to young people, I was struck by how proud they are to be in school and learning. Dedicated staff and a positive environment can transform children’s lives and it is this kind of inspiring alternative provision that I want to see across the board” – The Rt Hon Gavin Williamson MP, Secretary of State for Education
“The (school) leadership team has Who attends LEAP? • Positive and respectful relationships. maintained the good quality of • High‐quality teaching. education in the school since the Students who: • Comprehensive information, support, last inspection. ...effective leadership • Would benefit from smaller class sizes advice and guidance. ensures that all staff follow a common and higher teacher-student ratios. purpose.” – Ofsted January 2018 • Are awaiting a place in a mainstream school. Accommodation • Have not been able to follow a School organisation LEAP currently operates across four main traditional secondary school curriculum sites, all located within Tower Hamlets, Any parent who is considering LEAP, as and need to undertake this as a around 10 minutes by car and 20 minutes an appropriate school to meet the needs pathway to further education or training. walking from one another. of their child must discuss this with their • Have been out of education for a child’s current school, in the first instance. period of time. Our Key stage 4 centre on Tollet Street Visits to the school are welcome. • Are not able to access the curriculum – a modern, three-storey, purpose-built due to behaviour, illness, special facility – is our biggest centre. It has 12 We achieve our vision statement – educational needs and disabilities classrooms, smaller teaching rooms/ securing futures – by: (SEND), personal circumstances, etc. offices, a large assembly/dining hall and a • Accurately assessing learning abilities • Have very poor attendance due to full-sized sports hall. • Identifying an individual learning medical or physical conditions. pathway for each student Our Key Stage 3 centre on Stafford Road • Securing re-integration, back into Learning support is a three-storey Victorian building. mainstream, when possible It houses six classrooms and a small • Ensuring all pupils make expected Our mission is to equip our students number of offices/meeting rooms. Our or better progress in their chosen with the qualities that they will need for vocational centre is on Henriques Street. pathway across all subjects success whatever their destination. To • Securing a post-16 placement for achieve this we put high value on: Key Stage 4 - GCSE pathway all students • Knowing our students, their strengths, All Key Stage 4 students have Harpley, their needs and their progress. our biggest centre, as their base. • Personalised planning, monitoring and Whichever pathway a particular student reviewing intervention and progress on may be following, it will always include a regular basis. maths, English and access to our options
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and enrichment. For students on a “Coming here has changed me a lot; it reintegration pathway, options available Pastoral Care has made me realise a lot of things about will be mainly GCSE-based, whereas Our staff are committed to supporting myself. This place has been the best students on long-stay also have the young people in engaging with learning, thing to happen to me.” – Student 2018 option of following vocational courses, making progress and achieving. We value delivered at our vocational centre. every student as being unique and our values promote self-reflection, individual Extracurricular activities Key Stage 4 - vocational pathway social and emotional development and the Our activities range from self-defence to Students will learn through practical acquisition of new skills and knowledge. flower arranging and everything in between. experiences and quality work experience. Staff are skilled not only in planning At Tommy Flowers Vocational Centre and delivering high quality learning The focus is to build student self-confidence, we offer: programmes, but also motivating young help students develop important life skills • construction people to engage with the activities and and broaden student horizons. • hair and beauty tasks they are presented with. • hospitality Pupil Outcomes • cycle maintenance. Unlike a mainstream school, our main Many of our pupils attend the school for success indicators are not examination less than a year, some for just a few Key Stage 3 and test results but are firmly anchored months. Despite this, staff and pupils are The vast majority of Key Stage 3 students in what happens to a student after they proud of our achievements. follow our Reintegration Programme leave us. This does not mean that based at our Third Base Centre. The examination success and the gaining of Art, business studies, IT, additional reintegration curriculum is designed to qualifications are not important to us. science, music, and PE all achieved a cover all of the competencies required These things are very important and we 100 per cent pass rate and are all above for a successful school career – reflecting invest in activities designed to ensure the national and London average. the issues raised by schools, when students achieve the best possible referring students to us. qualifications while on roll with us. Please see the school website for further information: The curriculum follows a two-week www.londoneastap.org.uk cycle, with students working on a themed project. Work on literacy and numeracy skills is built into the activities for every day. Opportunities are also built in for students to achieve nationally recognised accreditation.
The Royal London Hospital School has been part of LEAP since 2001. It provides a quality learning experience and environment for all school age children admitted.
School information
London East Alternative Provision Headteacher: Astrid Schon 21 Tollet Street, London E1 4EE Age range: 11-19 Tel: 020 7791 7720 Phase of education: secondary Email: [email protected] Gender: mixed Website: www.londoneastap.org.uk Type of school: maintained - alternative provision Day/Boarding school: Religious character: none Specialism: none Total number of pupils: 200
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 55 Mulberry University Technical 4 College (UTC) (14-19)
Mulberry UTC is a mixed school for students aged 14-19 who aspire to reach excellence in academic and technical learning. We prepare students for the jobs of the future, so that our graduates can make a positive contribution to their community, society and the economy.
Mulberry UTC opened in September 2017 in a brand new state-of-the-art building on Parnell Road in Bow. Part of the Mulberry Schools Trust, it was set up by Mulberry School for Girls with supporting industry partners Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Barts Health NHS Trust, the British Film Institute, Goldsmiths University of London and the National Theatre.
Mulberry UTC is a vibrant, diverse, inner city learning community, where each individual is valued, respected and talents can flourish. Our focus on achieving excellence in both academic and technical learning gives us a unique edge. Our students gain practical, hands-on experience while they learn, enabling them to become experts in their chosen specialist areas of study. selection including: Biology, Chemistry, School organisation English Literature, Film Studies, Maths, We offer GCSEs and A-levels, alongside Students may join Mulberry UTC either Politics, Psychology and Sociology. technical and vocational qualifications, at the start of Year 10 or at the start of project-based learning and industry Year 12. When they join us, each young Our Level 3 technical courses are generally experience. We specialise in meeting person chooses a specialist area of study offered as Cambridge Technicals, which the needs of young people whose so that they can work towards technical are worth the equivalent of 1.5, 2 or 3 talents lie in the practical application and vocational qualifications within their A-levels. These qualifications, designed of their intelligence and creativity. We chosen pathway. through consultation with employers aim to enable all students to become and higher education providers, offer confident, creative and critically aware The technical and vocational course opportunities to develop the skills, young people with the capacity for on offer in 2020-2021 are: knowledge, and behaviours required to leadership and the ability to excel. • Health and Social Care progress in both higher education and • Applied Science the workplace. They are ideal for students We prepare young people for careers • Business who aspire to professional careers within in the creative, health and digital • Digital Media their chosen specialist fields. technology industries, ensuring they • Performing & Production Arts are equipped with the academic, We also offer Level 2 Health and Social technical and creative skills and All students in Years 10 and 11 work Care and Business Studies vocational experience required for university study, towards GCSEs in English, Maths, qualifications, subject to numbers. apprenticeships and skilled employment. Science, Humanities and Religious The distinctiveness of Mulberry UTC’s Education as well as a choice of two curriculum comes from our technical We work closely with key employers technical and vocational courses. pathways and the learning that takes so students benefit from on-the- Students’ core curriculum also includes place outside the classroom. Students job work placements and learning PSHE, digital learning, global citizenship, regularly spend time working on ‘challenge experiences they will not find anywhere and physical education. projects’, during which they learn in else. What also sets Mulberry UTC professional teams with industry partners apart from other schools, is our Most Sixth Form students choose one on live projects that replicate the working industry-standard facilities that cover or two A-levels to complement their world, providing important hands-on all of our specialisms. specialist technical courses from a experience and theoretical underpinning.
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extracurricular activities and to take Learning support Pastoral care up leadership opportunities such as Mulberry UTC is an inclusive At Mulberry UTC we have high participating in the Model United Nations. environment for students of all abilities. expectations for every student. Our Our building is fully accessible for pastoral system reflects a strong Admissions Process mobility-impaired students. We have commitment to supporting students’ Mulberry UTC operates its own a team of specialist staff who provide personal development, achievements admissions process, in line with Tower support for students with special and progress. Our ethos is built upon Hamlets’ fair access protocol. The educational needs and disabilities care, kindness, respect, tolerance, and timeline for admissions is published on (SEND). We also work closely with celebrating diversity. All students are the UTC website. a range of therapists, medical expected to follow our behaviour and practitioners and outside agencies. uniform policy, with a strong emphasis Learning at Mulberry UTC incorporates placed on attendance, punctuality, a wide range of practical activities and attitude, and participation. Our Directors creative approaches, to ensure each of Progress and form tutors work closely individual’s needs are met. with students, parents, teachers and outside agencies to ensure students receive the support, advice, guidance, Environment and encouragement they need. Students at Mulberry UTC benefit from working within our new building, which Extracurricular activities is a stimulating and creative learning environment with custom-designed, Mulberry UTC’s extended school day professional-standard facilities. We creates space for the development of have a 250-seat theatre modelled on broader horizons, self-confidence and the Dorfman at the National Theatre, new skills, including communication, studio theatre, TV and film studio, negotiation and leadership. All students recording studio, radio production participate in employer-led challenge suite, animation studio, post- projects through which they develop production and digital editing suites. transferable skills that are essential for In addition, there are dressing rooms, the workplace. Students complete work construction and costume workshops, experience and industry or university a CAD suite, specialist science labs placements relevant to their specialist and specialist health facilities, including courses. All students are encouraged a simulated hospital ward. to take part in independent study,
School information
Mulberry UTC Admission arrangements 64 Parnell Road, E3 2RU Number of places available for year 10: 60 Tel: 020 7790 6327 Number of places available for year 12: 240 Email: [email protected] Oversubscription criteria: see school website Website: www.mulberryutc.co.uk Waiting list arrangements: see school website Previous year’s applications: n/a Headteacher: Dr Katharine Vincent Previous year’s appeals: n/a Age range: 14-19 Phase of education: secondary Open days Gender: mixed Dates will be published on www.mulberryutc.co.uk Type of school: university technical college Day/Boarding school: day Uniform and general Religious character: none Uniform: see school website Specialism: health careers and the creative and digital industries Exam results: n/a Selection: none Ofsted reports: n/a Total number of pupils: 334 (2019) School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 57 New City College - Tower Hamlets 4 (14-19)
The college’s mission is to create opportunities through inspiring teaching and learning, by developing students’ skills, knowledge, curiosity, resilience and employability.
Tower Hamlets College is part of New City College, a general further School organisation Locations education institution with a turnover of • 14-16 new arrivals and New • 14-16 Arbour Square approximately £100 million. It is based Horizons programme • A levels at the Attlee Academy – over two sites in Tower Hamlets, • GCSEs – maths, English, and Specialist Centre at Arbour Square east London. The college was rated science re-takes • Vocational courses at Poplar Campus. ‘Good’ by Ofsted with Outstanding • A levels (21+ A levels subjects) features. Our vision is to become an • Over 100+ vocational qualifications outstanding provider of education, in computing & IT, business, Pastoral care training and skills by 2025. motor vehicle, plumbing, electrical The college has a well-developed tutorial installations, carpentry, applied programme, which includes target setting The college aims to create science, health and social care, and parent evenings. There is also a well- opportunities for students to fulfil early years, sport, SEND, media, established disciplinary policy. their potential, facilitating progression graphic design, art & design, film to employment, self-employment, and creative media production and higher-level study, and improved apprenticeships. Extracurricular activities economic prosperity. • ESOL courses for 16-18 students. There are a wide range of enrichment On 1 August 2016, the college merged activities, including a preparation for with Hackney Community College to Learning support university and employment programmes form New City College. Redbridge and an Oxford and Cambridge universities There is a dedicated and large joined the group on 1 April 2017 and preparation programme. The A level additional learning support team at Epping Forest College joined on 1 programme has its own enrichment the college providing: August 2018 and Havering College award scheme with a focus on • in-class support and Sixth Form joined in August 2019 employability and university progression. • specialist teaching support to form the second largest college in • assistive technology London, with campuses across the The college has its own football team • qualified and specialist dyslexia five boroughs. Each college retains and runs a series of activities from the support staff its local identity and campuses in Poplar campus. • 1-2-1 study support each borough. • independent study areas – the learning zone.
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School information
New City College - Tower Hamlets Admission arrangements Poplar High Street, London E14 0AF Number of places available: 1,500 Tel: 0330 135 9000 Oversubscription criteria: contact the college directly Website: www.ncclondon.ac.uk/tower-hamlets Waiting list arrangements: contact the college directly Previous year’s applications: 3,000 Headteacher: Dr Alison Arnaud Previous year’s appeals: n/a Age range: 14-19 & 19+ Phase of education: tertiary Open days Gender: mixed Mornings: by appointment Type of school: further education college Evenings: adult courses only Day/Boarding school: day Religious character: none Uniform and general Specialism: 14-16, GCSE, A levels and vocational Uniform: 14-16 only Selection: by interview Exam results: 93.7 per cent pass rate Total number of pupils: 4,000 Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
Apply online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions 59 4 South Quay College (14-16)
South Quay College (SQC) provides alternative education for 14 to 16-year-olds in Tower Hamlets and neighbouring boroughs.
South Quay College was founded Personal Development & Careers in 2012 by an east London charity, School organisation Education City Gateway Trust. We aim to deliver Young people are usually referred to our Students have opportunities to programmes that enable positive Key Stage 4 provision by their current undertake a range of enrichment projects sustained outcomes in education school or by the local authority. We both inside and outside the classroom. and employment, and to have a provide a highly supportive environment We want students to learn about transformative impact on individuals for young people who would benefit themselves, grow in confidence and to and the wider community. from an alternative to mainstream develop transferable skills for life. There education, with a strong focus on are also opportunities to develop an Our programmes are designed to personal development. awareness of the wider community and support students to prepare for their role in society. adulthood. Whilst we care deeply about Curriculum – vocational subjects academic results, personal development Most students will follow a L1 / L2 Through project-based learning and is equally important. Students are BTEC qualification, or equivalent, in one regular interaction with visitors and offered a vocational pathway for the of the following: partner organisations, we aim to academic year, comprised of three • Construction expose young people to a wide range equally important parts: • Hair and Beauty of important themes and issues, from • Hospitality and Catering British values and employability, to • 1:1 coaching and support – every • Sport and Fitness mindfulness and volunteering. student is assigned a Student Journey Lead during their time at SQC. Curriculum – core subjects For further details, please visit our website • English (GCSE and/or functional skills) or follow us on social media: • Qualifications that help students • Maths (GCSE and/or functional skills) www.southquaycollege.org.uk to acquire skills for employment – @SouthQuayEd including English and maths. Additional core subjects • Art • Personal Development & Careers • PSHE (not accredited) Education – Students engage in a • PE (not accredited) range of activities to develop their self- • ICT confidence and transferable skills. • Prince’s Trust PDE
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Additional support Learning support Environment We work with a range of partners in South Quay College’s model is a SQC has a number of dedicated the community to ensure that our graduated approach for learners with vocational training spaces. These include: students can access additional support a wide range of needs, taking a holistic • art room such as counselling and substance view that focuses equally on social, • beauty salon misuse advisors. emotional, mental health and educational • construction workroom development. We have many years’ • gym experience working with learners who • media room and recording studio Extracurricular activities have additional needs and maintain • sports hall Our programmes regularly include a high ratio of staff to learners. The • science lab industry specific trips and visiting majority of classes have additional in- • vocational studies training room. speakers to give young people a real-life class support. insight into the world of work. Coaching and mentoring initiatives also help Our inclusion team provides targeted Pastoral care young people to identify their strengths support to students with EHCPs and Each student is assigned a student and explore their interests. students with higher needs, according journey lead (SJL) with whom they to the special educational needs and meet regularly for coaching sessions. disabilities (SEND) code of practice. Our staff work closely with students, We work in partnership with the local parents, carers and external authority and a wide range of external professionals to ensure we help students agencies to ensure that students receive to overcome any barriers or challenging the appropriate support. circumstances they may face.
We undertake an initial and diagnostic Staff are often in touch with young assessment of all students to determine people beyond the duration of their the most appropriate pathway. course to ensure that they have a positive progression plan.
School information
South Quay College Admission arrangements 32 Mastmaker Court, Mastmaker Road, London E14 9UB Number of places available: 90 Tel: 020 3727 6300 Oversubscription criteria: n/a Website: www.southquaycollege.org.uk Waiting list arrangements: n/a Previous year’s applications: n/a Headteacher: Martin Nirsimloo Previous year’s appeals: n/a Age range: 14-16 Phase of education: KS4 Open days Gender: mixed By appointment Type of school: free schools - alternative provision Day/Boarding school: day Uniform and general Religious character: none Uniform: see school website Specialism: n/a Exam results: see school website Selection: n/a Ofsted reports: go to www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk Total number of pupils: 90 and type the school name in search School policies: see school website
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To start your online application please visit: www.eadmissions.org.uk You can also use the link from the council’s website: www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/schooladmissions
Registration Go to www.eadmissions.org.uk This will take you to the welcome page – click on ‘Create a new account’ – see figure 1.
If you have previously applied using the online system you will be able to log in without the need for registration.
Figure 1
Then enter your details and click “Continue’ – see figure 2.
You will then need to create a password (please note the password for future reference).
You will receive confirmation that your USO account has been set up and will be sent a reminder of your username – see figure 3.
You will need to validate your email address by clicking on the link in the email that is sent to you.
Figure 2 Figure 3
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Start an application You can now log in with your email or username and will be directed to the home page – see figure 4.
From here you can make a new application, edit an existing application, view the details of any application already submitted and view the outcome of your application once it is available.
Click on ‘Start Application’ to begin.
Figure 4
Stage 1 – Child details Fill in your child’s details and then click ‘Save and continue’ – see figure 5.
Figure 5
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Stage 2 – School preferences Here you can apply for up to six schools, in Tower Hamlets and/or other boroughs. You should select the schools in order of preference, with the first selected school being your first preference and so on.
You can add a school in one of three ways: 1. By selecting the borough of the school using the dropdown list and then selecting the school. 2. By selecting your school from its location on a map.
3. By searching for the school by using Figure 6 keywords.
Click on ‘Continue’ – see figure 7.
For each school selected you will be asked to provide the following information: 1. Sibling information – you should click on the relevant box and fill in the details if your child has a brother or sister already at the school. 2. Exceptional medical or social reasons – you should tick the relevant box if there are medical or social reasons for your child to attend a particular school. You will be required to provide documentary evidence to support this. 3. Additional reasons – this is for you to give additional reasons for wanting a particular school. Figure 7
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Stage 3 – Check and submit When you have entered all the required information, you will be prompted to check that the information is accurate and then asked to submit application – see figure 8. Even if you submit it straight away, you can still make changes later, right up until the closing date.
Figure 8
Confirmation Once you have submitted an application, you will see the confirmation page, with a reference number. Please keep your reference number for any enquiries. You will also be sent an email to confirm that your application has been submitted.
It is advisable to print a copy of your application for your information.
Note: The last submitted application will be processed as your final application. If you have applied online, please do Figure 9 not fill out a paper application.
Thank you for applying online.
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M Stepney All Saints CofE Secondary schools Secondary School Registered independent A Bishop Challoner Catholic Federation (formerly known as Sir John Cass secondary schools of Schools Foundation & Redcoat CofE Secondary School) Q Jamiatul Ummah Voluntary Aided Boys’ and Girls’ 56 Bigland Street, London E1 2ND Comprehensive Schools Voluntary Aided Mixed Comprehensive School Tel: 020 7790 7878 352 Commercial Road, London E1 0LB Boys’ school, age range 11-16 years Tel: 020 7791 9500 Stepney Way, London E1 0RH Tel: 020 7790 6712 R London East Academy B Bow School N Stepney Green Maths, Computing London Muslim Centre Community Mixed Comprehensive School 46 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1JX 44 Twelvetrees Crescent and Science College Mixed Academy School Tel: 020 7650 3070 London E3 3QW Boys’ school, age range 11-16 years Tel: 020 7536 5525 Ben Jonson Road, London E1 4SD Tel: 020 7790 6361 S London Islamic School C Canary Wharf College Crossharbour 18-22 Damien Street, London E1 2HX Mixed Free School O Swanlea School Community Mixed Secondary Tel: 020 7265 9667 Selsdon Way, London E14 9GL Boys’ school, age range 11-16 years Tel: 020 3383 6100 Comprehensive School 31 Brady Street, London E1 5DJ T Madani Secondary Girls’ School D Central Foundation Girls’ School Tel: 020 7375 3267 Myrdle Street, London E1 1HL Voluntary Aided Girls’ Comprehensive School P Wapping High School Tel: 020 7377 1992 25-33 Bow Road, London E3 2AE Girls’ school, age range 11-18 years Tel: 020 8981 1131 Mixed Free School 153-157 Commercial Road, U Darul Hadis Latifiah E George Green’s School London E1 2DA 1 Cornwall Avenue, London E2 0HW Voluntary Controlled Mixed Tel: 020 3597 3670 Tel: 020 8983 3663 Comprehensive School Mixed school, age range 11-20 years 100 Manchester Road, London E14 3DW Tel: 020 7987 6032 14-19 provision V Mahazirul Uloom London 241-243 Mile End Road, London E1 4AA F Mulberry Academy Shoreditch 1 South Quay College Tel: 020 7702 8533 Mixed Academy School 14-16 Provision Boys’ school, age range 11-16 years Gosset Street, London E2 6NW 32 Mastmaker Court, Mastmaker Road, Tel: 020 7920 7900 London E14 9UB W River House Montessori School Tel: 020 3727 6300 Unit C Great Eastern Enterprise Centre G Langdon Park School 3 Millharbour, London E14 9XP Community Mixed Comprehensive School 2 East London Arts & Music Tel: 020 7538 9886 Bright Street, London E14 0RZ Please visit www.elam.co.uk Mixed school, age range 3-16 years Tel: 020 7987 4811 or contact our Principal Charlie Kennard: [email protected] X The Complete Works Independent H London Enterprise Academy School Mixed Free School 3 New City College - Tower Hamlets 38 Commercial Street, London E1 6LP 81-91 Aneurin Bevin House, 14-19 College Tel: 020 7377 0280 Commercial Road, London E1 1RD Poplar High Street, London E14 0AF Mixed school age range 5-16 020 7426 0746 Tel: 020 7510 7510 I Morpeth School 4 Mulberry UTC Mixed Comprehensive School 64 Parnell Road, E3 2RU Special schools Portman Place, London E2 0PX Tel: 020 7790 6327 Places at these schools are authorised by the Tel: 020 8981 0921 c/o Mulberry School for Girls Special Educational Needs (SEN) Panel following Richard Street, Commercial Road J Mulberry School for Girls a statutory assessment or annual review. Further London E1 2JP Academy Girls School advice is available from the special educational Richard Street, Commercial Road, 5 London East Alternative Provision needs section on 020 7364 4880. London E1 2JP (LEAP) S1 Beatrice Tate School Tel: 020 7790 6327 21 Tollet Street, London E1 4EE 41 Southern Grove, London E3 4PX Tel: 020 7791 7720 K Oaklands School Tel: 020 8983 3760 Community Mixed Comprehensive School S2 Ian Mikardo High School Old Bethnal Green Road 60 William Guy Gardens, Talwin Street, London E2 6PR London E3 3LF Tel: 020 7613 1014 Tel: 020 8981 2413 L St Paul’s Way Trust School S3 Phoenix School Mixed Academy School 49 Bow Road, London E3 2AD 125 St Paul’s Way, London E3 4FT Tel: 020 8980 4740 Tel: 020 7987 1883/5 Bowden House School Firle Road, Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 2JB Tel: 01323 893 138
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A South Wapping Priority admission to Mulberry and Stepney Green schools is given to pupils in the following areas: i South of Cable Street and royal Mint Street ii west of Butcher row iii North of the River Thames iv East of Mansell Street
B West Bethnal Green Priority admission to Swanlea School is given to pupils: i South of Quaker Street ii West of Brick Lane iii North of Whitechapel High Street iv East of Middlesex Street
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Useful contacts Information and Free access to Contact details for Support for Families computers at our surrounding London Pupil Services Idea Stores authorities Town Hall, Mulberry Place The Family Information 5 Clove Crescent Service (FIS) Please be aware that at Barking and Dagenham London E14 2BG The FIS provides free, the time of publication, the Tel: 020 8215 3004 Tel: 020 7364 5006 impartial information and re-opening of Idea Stores www.lbbd.gov.uk/ Fax: 020 7364 4311 advice on a comprehensive following the lockdown admissions Email: school.admissions@ range of services for means that only the Idea Camden towerhamlets.gov.uk children, young people Stores at Chrisp Street Tel: 020 7974 1625 Website: and their families. As well and Whitechapel are www.camden.gov.uk www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ as a Brokerage Service to open. You may also need support parents/carers in to book a time to visit schooladmissions City of London finding suitable childcare. or to use the computers Tel: 020 7332 3998 Special Educational that have internet access. Tel: 020 7364 6495 www.cityoflondon.gov.uk Needs Email: Bringing your own device Tel: 020 7364 4880 [email protected] to use the wifi is not Greenwich Email: currently available, so Tel: 020 8921 8043 [email protected] You can also access please check the website www.greenwich.gov.uk information online at Tower www.ideastore.co.uk to Tower Hamlets Family Hamlets Local offer: keep up to date on which Hackney Information, Advice www. services are available, or Tel: 020 8820 7000 and Support Service localoffertowerhamlets. other Idea Stores that may www.hackney.gov.uk (formally Parents Advice co.uk be open. Centre) Islington Tel: 020 7364 6489 Working together – giving Idea Store Chrisp Street Tel: 020 7527 5661 families a voice 1 Vesey Path www.islington.gov.uk East India Dock Road Tower Hamlets Parent Lewisham London E14 6BT Useful websites and Carer Council Tel: 020 8314 8282 The Parent and Carer • www.eadmissions.org.uk Idea Store Whitechapel www.lewisham.gov.uk Council (the PCC) is Tower 321 Whitechapel Road • www.goodschoolsguide. Newham Hamlets’ main family London E1 1BU co.uk forum. The PCC provides Tel: 020 8430 2000 • www.gov.uk/dfe a platform where parents www.newham.gov.uk can share information • www.ofsted.gov.uk about education, health Redbridge • www.parentview.ofsted. and community safety Tel: 020 8708 3139 gov.uk in the borough and www.redbridge.gov.uk collectively help shape the Southwark services that are available Tel: 020 7525 2910 to families in the borough. www.southwark.gov.uk For further information and to find out how to join the Westminster PCC: Tel: 020 7745 6433 Visit: www.towerhamlets. www.westminster.gov.uk gov.uk/parentcouncil Email: parentcouncil@ towerhamlets.gov.uk or call the Family Information Service on: Tel: 020 7364 6495
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