Swanlea School

URN: 100973 • London E1 5DJ

Overview

Name
Swanlea School
URN
100973
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
73.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Brenda Landers (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02073753267
Website
Visit
Address
31 Brady Street, London E1 5DJ

Summary

Swanlea School is a community secondary school located in Tower Hamlets, London, catering to a mixed-gender population of approximately 1,281 pupils, with a capacity of 1,260. The school has been consistently recognised for its high educational standards, receiving an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted in April 2024 for the third consecutive time. This reflects the school's commitment to achieving excellent outcomes across all key stages and subjects.

The school values continuous professional development for its staff, fostering an environment of collaboration and growth. This focus on quality teaching and learning is complemented by a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of all students, including those in the sixth form. Swanlea School also prioritises inclusivity, with 45.3% of its students eligible for free school meals, demonstrating its commitment to supporting families from various backgrounds.

Swanlea School actively engages with the local community, hosting open events to welcome families and showcase its educational offerings. The school aims to create a vibrant and supportive learning environment where students can thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at www.swanlea.co.uk.

Key details

LA
Tower Hamlets
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1260
Pupils
1281
Boys
789
Girls
492
FSM %
45.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1281 789 492 1260 45.30
2024-09-11 1304 826 478 1260 43.90
2023-09-11 1257 815 442 1260 44.50
2022-09-11 1257 815 442 1260 44.50
2021-09-11 1275 809 466 1260 45.40
2020-09-11 1249 792 457 1260 47.10

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