Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy, London
Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy is a post-16 school for pupils aged 16 to 19 in London, part of City of London Academies Trust. Its most recent Ofsted inspection, in November 2025, ended in a report card: 2 exceptional and 3 strong standard. Before that it was rated Outstanding at its last graded inspection, in October 2021.
- Ofsted report card
- 5 of 5 areas strong or better
Data last updated 27 Oct 2026
Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy in detail
What Ofsted's report card says
Ofsted's report card from its 11 November 2025 inspection grades Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy on 5 areas: 2 exceptional and 3 strong standard. Report cards replaced single-word judgements in November 2025, on a five-point scale from exceptional to urgent improvement.
Inclusion - Exceptional. "Leaders and governors maintain a long-standing and exceptionally strong focus on removing barriers to learning for all students."
Leadership and governance - Strong standard. "Leaders and governors have an ambitious vision focused on excellence and inclusivity."
Achievement - Exceptional. "Students achieve exceptionally well."
Curriculum and teaching - Strong standard. "Leaders have a clear and ambitious vision for the curriculums they offer, which meet the precise needs of high-achieving students in the local community and beyond."
Participation and development - Strong standard. "Leaders and managers set high expectations for attendance and punctuality."
Safeguarding standards were met.
Read the full report card on Ofsted's site (school website)
Source: Ofsted report card (Open Government Licence), quoted
The trust
Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy is one of 12 schools run by City of London Academies Trust, an academy trust.
Where pupils go next
Of the 336 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 72% went on to university or other higher education, 3% to apprenticeships and 7% into work. 71% went to one of the most selective third of universities.
Who goes there
24.5% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 37.3% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are Asian (81%), Black (7%) and Mixed (5%).
In 2026, 8 pupils (1.1%) received SEN support and 3 (0.4%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is autism.
Getting there
The nearest tram or metro stop is East Ham Station, about 750 metres away (roughly a 9-minute walk).
15 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Newham Town Hall, 50 metres away.
The area around the school
Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy stands in is among the 20% most deprived neighbourhoods in England. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.
Suspensions and exclusions
Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.
Sources: DfE multi-academy trust performance data; DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime; DfE exclusions statistics
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 11 months agoReport card - no single overall grade (Ofsted's framework since November 2025)
Safeguarding standards met
- InclusionExceptional
- Leadership and governanceStrong standard
- AchievementExceptional
- Curriculum and teachingStrong standard
- Participation and developmentStrong standard
Safeguarding standards: met
By type of provision
| Provision | Curriculum, teaching and training | Achievement | Participation and development |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education programmes for young people | Strong standard | Exceptional | Strong standard |
Source: Ofsted, further education and skills inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's November 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Newham Collegiate provides exceptional teaching and support that helps all students, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, achieve outstanding results and progress to top universities. The school removes barriers to learning through practical help and tailored support, creating a culture of high ambition where students develop confidence and independence. Beyond academics, students benefit from enrichment opportunities, leadership roles and careers guidance that prepare them exceptionally well for university and professional life.
Key Strengths
- Students achieve exceptionally well with very high proportions securing A and A* grades, including those with additional needs
- Leaders maintain an exceptionally strong focus on removing barriers to learning for disadvantaged students and those with English as an additional language
- Teachers have expert subject knowledge and use highly effective strategies, with consistently excellent quality of teaching
- Careers education is highly effective with tailored advice, work experience in prestigious settings, and industry expert workshops
- Strong culture of inclusion with practical support including digital devices, food banks, breakfast clubs and extended hours
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met with an open and positive culture of safeguarding where concerns are actively identified, acted upon and managed, making learners safer and helping them feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
debating, coding, art, sports, charity events, student committees, community projects
Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre is a 16-19 free school in East London with 741 students studying A-levels. The school has been rated as reaching exceptional or strong standards across all areas of inspection.
At a Glance
24.5%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Sixth Form Performance (A-Level)
A-Level Results
A
Average grade
50.8
Points per entry
A
Best 3 A-Levels
75%
Achieving AAB+
Above average
Value added
327
A-Level students
99%
Retention rate
2024/25 academic year
A-Level Subjects Offered
2024/25 academic year - entries by number of students
After A-Levels - Leaver Destinations
After A-Levels (Year 13) - 336 students
2023/24 data
University & Higher Education Destinations
71%
Top-third university
85%
Degree course
95%
Any L4+ destination
7%
Apprenticeships
Based on 307 students completing 16-18 study
2022/23 cohort - "Top-third" = most selective third of UK universities by student intake
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Keep up with Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy
Getting There
Tube / Metro / Tram
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 229
- Fatal
- 1
- Serious
- 31
- Children hurt
- 15
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 229 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 31 serious and 197 slight.
15 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 10 on foot, 1 on a bicycle and 4 in a vehicle or otherwise.
46 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Newham is 110 (the median across 113 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
114%
Over capacity
740 pupils
650 places
90 pupils over capacity
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for London
Across Newham council
Places available
4,792
Applications
3,682
Got 1st preference
74.5%
Got preferred school
97.5%
All secondary applications across Newham council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(2)
Further education and skills inspection (renewed framework)
Further education and skills inspection
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
8
SEN Support
3
EHC Plans
1.5%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
740
Total Pupils
399
Boys
341
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
39
Teachers
19.0:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£64,942
Mean salary
2026 data
Questions parents ask about Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy
What is Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy's Ofsted rating?
Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy's most recent Ofsted inspection, in November 2025, produced a report card, which grades each area but gives no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in October 2021, it was rated Outstanding.
What is the catchment area for Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy?
No fixed boundary. When Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy is oversubscribed, Newham allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How big are the classes at Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy?
Classes at Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy average 25.5 pupils (2025/26).
How many pupils go to Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy?
Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy has around 740 pupils on roll. 25% are eligible for free school meals.
How do I apply to Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy?
Apply through Newham's coordinated admissions process, naming Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 229 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 31 serious and 197 slight. 15 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 10 on foot, 1 on a bicycle and 4 in a vehicle or otherwise. 46 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Newham is 110 (the median across 113 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy?
Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy is at 326 Barking Road, East Ham, London, E6 2BB.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)