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New Directions
Goodgraded 06/10/2022Ages 14–1618 pupilsDoes not apply
New Directions is a school for pupils aged 14 to 16 in London, within the Newham local authority. The school has around 18 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 06/10/2022, New Directions was judged Good. Families comparing schools in London can view New Directions's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in London (E16 2LS), New Directions serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
Attendance & staffing
Pupils per teacher3.6England avg 19.6
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Pupil intake
Free school meals42.9%England avg 26.3%
English not first language19.0%England avg 18.6%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Nearby schools in London
All schools in London →University of East London0.4 miLondon Design and Engineering UTCGood · 0.5 miWinsor Primary SchoolGood · 0.7 miSaint Mary Magdalene Church of England All Through SchoolGood · 0.7 miGallions Primary SchoolOutstanding · 0.8 miMulgrave Primary SchoolGood · 0.9 mi
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