Langdon Academy

About Langdon Academy

Langdon Academy is a large all-through state school in Newham, serving pupils from age 3 to 16. With 2,064 pupils on roll against a capacity of 2,430, it is not yet full, but demand for places is strong. For the 2025/26 secondary intake, the school received 725 applications for 295 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 2.46. Just 162 first-preference offers were made, meaning competition for a spot is significant. The school’s intake reflects a highly diverse community, with 50.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals — well above the national average and a clear indicator of the socioeconomic context the school serves. Headteacher Jamie Brooks leads a mixed, non-religious school that also includes a nursery provision, making it a genuine all-through option for families in the borough.

Academically, Langdon Academy performs well above expectations given its intake. Its Progress 8 score of 0.54 is rated ‘Well above average’ nationally, and places it 5th out of 21 secondary schools in Newham, comfortably in the top 25% of schools in the local authority. This is particularly impressive when compared with the LA average Progress 8 of 0.13. Attainment 8 sits at 52.4, and 72.9% of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths. The school also has a strong EBacc entry rate of 74.5%, with 38% achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above. In its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024, the school was rated Good overall, with leadership and management also judged Good. This represents a significant improvement from its previous inspection in 2019, when it was rated Requires Improvement — the ungraded inspection in 2024 noted that the school had ‘Improved significantly’.

The school offers a broad range of facilities including a swimming pool, astro turf, sports hall, art studios, and music rooms, alongside clubs such as science club, debate, and young enterprise. Its SEND provisions are extensive, covering specific learning difficulties, autism, speech and language needs, and physical disabilities, with a resourced provision on site. Parent views are largely positive: 82% of respondents would recommend the school, and 92% agreed or strongly agreed that their child does well. However, only 43% felt concerns were dealt with properly, and a notable 24% disagreed that the school keeps them informed of their child’s progress. This is a school that suits families who value strong academic progress and a diverse, inclusive environment, but who may need to be proactive in communication with staff.

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