Wapping High School
URN: 138202 • London E1 2DA
Overview
- Name
- Wapping High School
- URN
- 138202
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE WAPPING AND SHADWELL SECONDARY EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tom Raw (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02035973671
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 153 Commercial Road, London E1 2DA
Summary
Wapping High School is a mixed secondary free school located in Wapping, Tower Hamlets, London, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 294 pupils and a capacity of 420, the school emphasizes a personalized learning experience, fostering individual growth through a broad and balanced curriculum. The school is particularly noted for its strong performance in English and Maths, as well as its Mandarin Chinese programme, where 100% of Year 11 pupils achieved a Grade 7 or higher.
The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, supporting a diverse student body with tailored English as an Additional Language (EAL) programmes and 1-2-1 coaching for all students. Wapping High School also integrates digital learning into its curriculum, providing each student with a school-connected Chromebook to enhance their educational experience.
Community engagement is a key focus, with opportunities for international exchange programmes and educational trips, such as the upcoming trip to Shanghai for Year 9 Mandarin students. The school aims to prepare students for future challenges while celebrating their individuality and promoting social awareness.
The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, supporting a diverse student body with tailored English as an Additional Language (EAL) programmes and 1-2-1 coaching for all students. Wapping High School also integrates digital learning into its curriculum, providing each student with a school-connected Chromebook to enhance their educational experience.
Community engagement is a key focus, with opportunities for international exchange programmes and educational trips, such as the upcoming trip to Shanghai for Year 9 Mandarin students. The school aims to prepare students for future challenges while celebrating their individuality and promoting social awareness.
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Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Tower Hamlets
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE WAPPING AND SHADWELL SECONDARY EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 294
- Boys
- 182
- Girls
- 112
- FSM %
- 34.00
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Not applicable
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 294 | 182 | 112 | 420 | 34.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 335 | 197 | 138 | 420 | 30.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 362 | 200 | 162 | 420 | 37.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 362 | 200 | 162 | 420 | 37.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 319 | 174 | 145 | 420 | 32.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 302 | 169 | 133 | 420 | 31.50 |
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