Best 3 Secondary schools in Tower Hamlets – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Swanlea School (Secondary) in London; Mulberry School for Girls (Secondary) in London; Stepney All Saints Church of England Secondary School (Secondary) in London — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Swanlea School, Mulberry School for Girls and Stepney All Saints Church of England Secondary School. They are secondary phase and community school, academy converter and voluntary aided school type located around London. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Swanlea School), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Swanlea School (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,450, combined total ≈ 4,300, typical FSM 45–50%, range 45–50%–45–50%; all within the Mulberry Schools Trust trust.

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Attribute	Swanlea School E1 5DJ	Mulberry School for Girls E1 2JP	Stepney All Saints Church of England Secondary School E1 0RH
Phase / Type	Secondary • Community school	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Voluntary aided school
Location	London E1 5DJ	London E1 2JP	London E1 0RH
Latest Ofsted	1 12 Jun 2024	1 22 May 2024	1 10 Dec 2015
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,650 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1260	1400	1540
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Girls	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Tower Hamlets (211)	Mulberry Schools Trust	Tower Hamlets (211)
Website	www.swanlea.co.uk	www.mulberryschoolforgirls.org	www.stepneyallsaints.school
Telephone	02073753267	02077906327	02077906712
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Swanlea School

E1 5DJ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Community school
Location: London
E1 5DJ
Ofsted: 1 12 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Tower Hamlets (211)
Website: www.swanlea.co.uk
Telephone: 02073753267

Mulberry School for Girls

E1 2JP

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: London
E1 2JP
Ofsted: 1 22 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,650 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Mulberry Schools Trust
Website: www.mulberryschoolforgirls.org
Telephone: 02077906327

Stepney All Saints Church of England Secondary School

E1 0RH

Phase / Type: Secondary • Voluntary aided school
Location: London
E1 0RH
Ofsted: 1 10 Dec 2015
Pupils: ≈ 1,350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Tower Hamlets (211)
Website: www.stepneyallsaints.school
Telephone: 02077906712

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.