Stratford School Academy
Upton Lane, Forest Gate, London, E7 9PROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Stratford School Academy is a secondary school in Newham for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 109 schools in Newham. It ranks 9th of 20 secondary schools in Newham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 6 March 2014, report published 27 March 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 16 June 2026
Pupils achieve consistently well at this inclusive and supportive school. They attend one of 2 sites, each offering the same high-quality experience. They behave calmly and maturely in lessons and around the school. They settle into their learning quickly, and disruption is uncommon. Pupils feel safe, and incidents of bullying are rare. Pupils report that staff respond quickly and effectively when difficulties arise. Pupils benefit from highly effective teaching. They develop detailed knowledge, produce high-quality work and are well prepared for the next stage of their education. Disadvantaged pupils and pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included in school life. Their needs are precisely identified. Staff provide discrete adaptations to help them learn successfully. The school runs 2 small classes with a bespoke curriculum. This provides highly effective support for pupils who face additional barriers to learning. Pupils know where to go for help with their learning, behaviour and wellbeing. They value the positive relationships they have with staff. Pupils want to attend school, and attendance is consistently very high. Carefully planned interventions, counselling support and strong relationships with staff help pupils to thrive. Pupils enjoy a wide range of opportunities beyond the classroom. Almost all pupils take part in clubs, trips and other enrichment activities. Pupils take part in 3 enrichment days each year. These help them to broaden their experiences through activities such as theatre trips, cathedral visits and other subject-related opportunities. Pupils are taught how to keep themselves and others safe, including online. They discuss issues like healthy relationships and consent with maturity. They can talk with confidence about democracy, different faiths and fundamental British values. There is a comprehensive careers programme, which ensures that all pupils are well prepared for their next steps.
What the school should improve
- Leaders should ensure that staff joining the school are swiftly supported to understand the school's pedagogical approaches and embed these successfully in their practice to further support the consistency of high-quality teaching and learning across all subjects.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
287 pupils in the year group
Pupil numbers and mix
1,477 pupils on roll, with places for 1,500
Schools near Stratford School Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Bonaventure's RC School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 47.3 |
| St Angela's Ursuline School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 54.1 |
| Quwwat Ul Islam Girls' School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 52.6 |
| Forest Gate Community School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 58.1 |
| Lister Community School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 44.1 |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- STRATFORD SCHOOL ACADEMY
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Craig Hewitt
- Phone
- 02084712415
- Address
- Upton Lane, Forest Gate, London, E7 9PR
- Local authority
- Newham
- URN
- 136978
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.