Best Secondary Schools in Newham 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 17 schools across Newham. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

29%

Outstanding rate

76.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

46.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Brampton Manor Academy Secondary	Outstanding	83	View school
🥈	Forest Gate Community School Secondary	Outstanding	78	View school
🥉	St Angela's Ursuline School Secondary	Outstanding	75	View school
4.	St Bonaventure's RC School Secondary	Outstanding	71	View school
5.	Stratford School Academy Secondary	Good	65	View school
6.	Little Ilford School Secondary	Outstanding	64	View school
7.	Sarah Bonnell School Secondary	Good	64	View school
8.	Cumberland Community School Secondary	Requires Improvement	60	View school
9.	Rokeby School Secondary	Good	57	View school
10.	Kingsford Community School Secondary	Good	55	View school
11.	Lister Community School Secondary	Good	52	View school
12.	London Design and Engineering UTC Secondary	Requires Improvement	40	View school
13.	Oasis Academy Silvertown Secondary	Good	40	View school
14.	Harris Science Academy East London Secondary	Inadequate	39	View school
15.	Royal Docks Academy Secondary	Requires Improvement	37	View school
16.	Eastlea Community School Secondary	Inadequate	31	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Newham?

There are 17 secondary schools in Newham, of which 5 (29%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Newham?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Newham is Brampton Manor Academy. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Newham?

Primary and secondary school applications in Newham are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Newham council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Newham?

29% of secondary schools in Newham are rated Outstanding and 35% are rated Good. 83% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.