Bobby Moore Academy
About Bobby Moore Academy
Bobby Moore Academy is a heavily oversubscribed state secondary in Newham, with 491 applications for 148 places in the 2025/26 admissions round, giving an oversubscription ratio of 3.32. That means more than three families applied for every available spot, though only 73 first-preference offers were made, suggesting strong local demand. The school is rated Good across all Ofsted categories from its most recent inspection in 2021, including behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership. With 44.2 per cent of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a significantly disadvantaged community, yet it continues to attract high numbers of applicants. The headteacher is Sarah Donnelly, and the school is non-denominational, mixed, and covers ages 4 through 19, with its own sixth form.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2021Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
School day
Teaching hours
08:50 – 15:30
Breakfast club
08:00-08:40
After-school care
15:30-18:00
Source: bobbymooreacademy.co.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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