Royal Docks Academy

URN: 145410 • London E16 3HS

Overview

Name
Royal Docks Academy
URN
145410
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
BMAT EDUCATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Blaney (since 2025)
Telephone
02075402700
Website
Visit
Address
Prince Regent Lane, London E16 3HS

Summary

Royal Docks Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Newham, London, with a current enrolment of 905 students and a capacity of 1,200. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes achievement and a lifelong passion for learning. The leadership emphasizes high expectations for academic and personal development, aiming to nurture confident and respectful learners prepared for future challenges.

The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of all students, including those with special educational needs. Recent GCSE results highlight the resilience of students, with 70% achieving a standard pass, and notable success stories among those overcoming language barriers. The school actively supports its community, encouraging parental involvement and providing opportunities for prospective families to engage through school tours and open events.

Royal Docks Academy is part of the BMAT (Bradford Multi-Academy Trust), which enhances its educational framework. The school prides itself on being a supportive community where every student is valued, ensuring that all pupils are equipped to excel academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Newham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BMAT EDUCATION
Capacity
1200
Pupils
905
Boys
472
Girls
433
FSM %
55.40
Open date
2018-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-09-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 905 472 433 1200 55.40
2024-09-11 880 452 428 1200 53.90
2023-09-11 863 448 415 1200 47.10
2022-09-11 863 448 415 1200 47.10
2021-09-11 875 440 435 1200 39.50
2020-09-11 844 423 421 1200 30.00

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