London Design and Engineering UTC
Secondary · University technical college · Ages 14–19 · London, Newham
London Design and Engineering UTC is a secondary school in London, Newham for ages 14–19 (university technical college).
Key facts
- Address
- 15 University Way, Royal Docks, London, E16 2RD
- Type
- University technical college
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 14–19
- Sector
- See recorded establishment type
- Council
- Newham
- Pupils on roll
- 854 January 2026 school census
- Free school meals
- 45.3% of pupils eligible
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.5
Official record: Get Information about Schools · as at 15 September 2026
Ofsted
No Ofsted grade Inspected 18 November 2025
Strengths
- “This school is a safe, welcoming environment where pupils thrive.”
- “For many pupils, attending this school is life changing.”
- “The highly inclusive nature of the school means that leaders expertly identify and quickly reduce barriers to learning.”
To improve
- “Leaders and those responsible for governance should sustain the effectiveness of their work in all areas.”
Safeguarding: met
Quoted from the Ofsted report published 23 January 2026 (read the report). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Exam results
| Measure | School | England |
|---|---|---|
| GCSE English and maths, grade 5 or above (2024/25) | 54% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 score (2024/25) | 49.5 | 46 |
| A level average grade (2024/25) | C+ | B- |
Department for Education school performance data. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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Nearby secondary schools
Straight-line distance, in Newham.
- Kingsford Community School 0.6 mi Good Last distance published
- Royal Docks Academy 1.4 mi No Ofsted grade Last distance published
- Brampton Manor Academy 1.5 mi School remains Outstanding Last distance published
- Cumberland Community School 1.6 mi Good Last distance published
- Oasis Academy Silvertown 1.7 mi School remains Good Last distance published
- Rokeby School 2.3 mi Not judged Last distance published
- Plashet, City of London Academy 2.3 mi No Ofsted grade Last distance published
- Lister Community School 2.4 mi Standards maintained Last distance published