East London Arts & Music
URN: 141095 • London E3 3TA
Overview
- Name
- East London Arts & Music
- URN
- 141095
- Type
- Free schools 16 to 19
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- DAY ONE TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 62.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Yansé Cooper (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02075152159
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Maltings Close, London E3 3TA
Summary
East London Arts & Music (ELAM) is a free school for students aged 16-19 located in Bromley-by-Bow, Tower Hamlets. Established in 2014, ELAM focuses on nurturing talent in the creative industries, specifically in Music, Film and Television Production, and Games Design. The school currently accommodates 275 trainees, with a capacity of 300, and aims to provide a diverse and inclusive environment where students can develop their skills and pursue careers in these fields.
ELAM partners with industry professionals to ensure that its curriculum is relevant and comprehensive, equipping students with the necessary technical and personal development skills for industry readiness. The school emphasizes the importance of representation in UK culture and strives to create pathways for talented young people from various backgrounds to enter the creative sector.
With a strong commitment to student support, ELAM fosters a community where trainees are encouraged to express their creativity and collaborate with peers. The school has received an 'Outstanding' judgement from OFSTED, reflecting its dedication to providing a high-quality educational experience that prepares students for successful futures in the arts.
ELAM partners with industry professionals to ensure that its curriculum is relevant and comprehensive, equipping students with the necessary technical and personal development skills for industry readiness. The school emphasizes the importance of representation in UK culture and strives to create pathways for talented young people from various backgrounds to enter the creative sector.
With a strong commitment to student support, ELAM fosters a community where trainees are encouraged to express their creativity and collaborate with peers. The school has received an 'Outstanding' judgement from OFSTED, reflecting its dedication to providing a high-quality educational experience that prepares students for successful futures in the arts.
Useful links
- ELAM Presents 'The Game Changer' (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- CLICK HERE FOR IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION FOR VISITORS (download)
- Safeguarding Information for Visitors (download)
- Website Terms and Conditions of Use (download)
- What is ELAM (other)
- Admissions Arrangements (other)
- Policies and Reports (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Core Values (other)
Nearby alternatives
- London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (75.2)
- Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy (72.2)
- Big Creative Academy (70.2)
- City Lit (70.2)
- Woodhouse College (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Tower Hamlets
- Age range
- 16 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- DAY ONE TRUST
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 275
- Boys
- 174
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 275 | 174 | 101 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 300 | 187 | 113 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 303 | 182 | 121 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 303 | 182 | 121 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 308 | 178 | 130 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 300 | 189 | 111 | 300 | 0.00 |
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