2026 Best Secondary Schools in Newham Area

Newham secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 51, above the England average of 39, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 8.3/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Brampton Manor Academy, Azhar Academy Girls School, and Forest Gate Community School are among the highest-performing options in this diverse East London borough. With 24 secondary schools serving Newham, families in Stratford, East Ham, Forest Gate, and Plaistow have extensive choice. Most families find places within 0.5 miles for popular schools, with strong transport links via the Elizabeth line and DLR supporting accessibility across the borough. Use the interactive map to explore last distance offered and compare GCSE performance across schools.