Mulberry School for Girls
118%
Capacity
1,647
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Mulberry School for Girls
Mulberry School for Girls is clearly a popular choice among local families. For the 2025/26 intake, the school received 623 applications for 234 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 2.66. Of those applicants, 262 put the school as their first preference, and 215 first-preference offers were made. This level of demand is a strong signal of parent confidence, and it aligns with the school's most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024, where it was rated Outstanding across every category, including behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership. The school has held an Outstanding rating since at least its previous inspection in 2013, so this is a consistent track record. With 1,647 pupils on roll against a capacity of 1,400, the school is operating above its official capacity, which further underscores its popularity.
Academically, the school delivers strong results. Its Progress 8 score of 0.61 is well above average nationally and significantly higher than the Tower Hamlets local authority average of 0.09. In fact, it ranks 4th out of 17 secondary schools in the borough, placing it in the top 25% nationally. The school's Attainment 8 score is 56.1, and 77.4% of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths. The English Progress 8 score is particularly impressive at 1.12, while maths progress is lower at 0.18. At A-level, the average points per entry is 35.58, equivalent to a B- grade, and the value added score of 0.05 is rated as average. The school also has a strong focus on the English Baccalaureate, with 95% of pupils entered for EBacc subjects and 53.6% achieving a grade 4 or above across those subjects.
The school offers a wide range of facilities, including a swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis courts, astro turf, and a dedicated sixth form centre. There is also a chapel on site. Clubs and activities are plentiful, with options such as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Model United Nations, orchestra, choir, and debate. For families with children who have special educational needs, the school has provisions for a broad spectrum of needs, including dyslexia, autism, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. Given its strong academic performance, particularly in English and the EBacc, this school will suit families who want a high-achieving, well-structured environment for their daughters, especially those who are motivated by a broad academic curriculum. The oversubscription means early application is essential.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Girls |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Richard Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 2JP |
| Headteacher | Alice Ward |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 1,647 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.1% |
| School Capacity | 1,647 / 1,400 (118% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.61)
366th of 3,141
Nationally
137th of 487
In London
4th of 17
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
35.9
'22/23
33.0
'23/24
35.6
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where school leavers go
2022/2373%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 162 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
39%
Russell Group
40%
Top-third HE
2%
Oxford / Cambridge
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- University (HE)73%
- Employment8%
- Not sustained7%
- Apprenticeship3%
- Further education2%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed234
623
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
262 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Among the highest-disadvantage schools.
Among the highest 25% — a diverse linguistic intake.
Ethnic background
- Asian85.6%
- Mixed4.7%
- White (other)0.9%
- White British0.1%
- Black0.1%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Better than half of schools in England.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
39
Total schools
34
Oversubscribed
28
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mulberry School for Girls
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Richard Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 2JP
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