London Design and Engineering UTC, London
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 10 months agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Sixth Form
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
London Design and Engineering UTC excels at creating an inclusive environment where every pupil can succeed, regardless of their background or starting point. The school combines ambitious academic and technical learning with real employer partnerships that make lessons relevant and prepare pupils for genuine career opportunities. With exceptional behaviour, high attendance, and a strong focus on personal development, pupils leave the school with the skills, qualifications and confidence needed for their next steps.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional attendance and behaviour with high pupil expectations and consistent application of behaviour systems
- Cutting-edge curriculum with excellent employer links that bring learning to life and prepare pupils for real-world careers
- Highly inclusive practice that identifies and removes barriers to learning for all pupils, including disadvantaged students
- Expert, well-qualified staff who understand pupil needs and adapt teaching to varied starting points
- Excellent pastoral system and personal development programme that builds pupil confidence and self-esteem
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - the school has an open and positive culture of safeguarding, all legal requirements are met, and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Parliament trips, international trips, high-quality clubs, chaplaincy, life skills lessons, employer projects and experiences, teaching opportunities with primary-aged pupils
London Design and Engineering UTC is an exceptional school where pupils thrive in a safe, welcoming environment with a highly inclusive approach to breaking down barriers to learning. The school combines ambitious academic and technical curriculum with strong employer partnerships to prepare pupils exceptionally well for their futures.
At a Glance
53.3%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
18.6
Avg class size
18
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
142%
Over capacity
854 pupils
600 capacity
254 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for London
Admissions Demand - Newham
Places available
4,545
Applications
3,943
Got 1st preference
70.5%
Got preferred school
96.6%
Secondary admissions across Newham (2025/26)
Inspection History(3)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
7.2415%
Overall absence
23.20261%
Persistent absence
306
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
London Design and Engineering UTC
Winsor Primary School
Gallions Primary School
North Beckton Primary School
Drew Primary School
Ellen Wilkinson Primary School
Calverton Primary School
Heronsgate Primary School
Scott Wilkie Primary School
Cardwell Primary School
Discovery Primary School
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