East London Arts & Music
Maltings Close, Bromley By Bow, London, E3 3TAOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
East London Arts & Music is a post-16 school or college in Tower Hamlets for ages 16 to 19. It is one of the 109 schools in Tower Hamlets.
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted has not published an inspection of East London Arts & Music.
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What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 1 May 2024
Learners, known as trainees, love their time at ELAM. They are embedded in a culture of inclusiveness and respect. Trainees learn, create and perform in a safe environment using high-quality, industry-standard equipment. They have everything they need to find their creative voice. In an industry where individual talent often takes centre stage, ELAM staff and trainees work hard to support each other's success. Staff and trainees celebrate together in assemblies, praising hard work and excellence. Trainees rightly appreciate the close-knit community where they readily make friends with other like- minded learners. Trainees successfully work together on projects across different subject areas. Trainees benefit from the academy's exceptionally strong links with industry. For example, music publishing professionals set project briefs and provide feedback that mirrors that found in the music business. Trainees learn how to respond positively to constructive criticism about their work, becoming resilient and reflective practitioners who often go on to thrive in the creative industries. Trainees enjoy a wealth of opportunities to develop valuable interpersonal skills. Activities such as pitching ideas to industry professionals, debating and podcasting help trainees become comfortable talking to different people. Trainees quickly become more confident and mature.
Exam results
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
12 students
Average A level grade C+, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
292 pupils on roll, with places for 300
Schools near East London Arts & Music
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bow School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 43.2 |
| Harris Science Academy East London | 0.2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | Attainment 8: 56.9 |
| Langdon Park Community School | 0.7 miles | Report card: Expected standard | Attainment 8: 43.5 |
| St Paul's Way Trust School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 51.8 |
| Eastlea Community School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | Attainment 8: 41.6 |
School details
- School type
- Free schools 16 to 19
- Sector
- Free school
- Trust
- DAY ONE TRUST
- Age range
- 16 to 19
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Ms Yansé Cooper
- Phone
- 02075152159
- Address
- Maltings Close, Bromley By Bow, London, E3 3TA
- Local authority
- Tower Hamlets
- URN
- 141095
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.