Morpeth School

URN: 100967 • London E2 0PX

Overview

Name
Morpeth School
URN
100967
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Pickett (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02089810921
Website
Visit
Address
Portman Place, London E2 0PX

Summary

Morpeth School is a mixed community secondary school located in Bethnal Green, Tower Hamlets, catering to students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of 1,513 pupils and a capacity of 1,600, the school prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where every student is valued. The ethos of Morpeth School is built on friendship, respect, and a commitment to learning, promoting positive relationships among students and staff.

The curriculum at Morpeth is broad and ambitious, offering a flexible and rigorous educational experience. Students in Key Stage 4 can choose from over 25 subjects, ensuring a well-rounded education that includes languages and humanities alongside core subjects. The school consistently achieves GCSE results above the national average, and many students progress to prestigious universities.

Morpeth School places a strong emphasis on personal development, encouraging pupils to engage in a wide range of extracurricular activities. Support services, including wellbeing initiatives and career guidance, are readily available, reinforcing the school's commitment to nurturing the whole child and preparing them for future success.

Key details

LA
Tower Hamlets
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1600
Pupils
1513
Boys
847
Girls
666
FSM %
49.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1513 847 666 1600 49.90
2024-09-11 1524 865 659 1600 47.20
2023-09-11 1556 858 698 1600 41.10
2022-09-11 1556 858 698 1600 41.10
2021-09-11 1518 850 668 1600 40.90
2020-09-11 1522 829 693 1600 35.70

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