London Academy of Excellence

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Short inspection of London Academy

of Excellence Inspection dates: 21 and 22 March 2024 Outcome London Academy of Excellence continues to be an outstanding provider. Information about this provider The London Academy of Excellence (LAE) was founded as a free school in 2012. LAE is an academic sixth-form college with one campus in Stratford, in the London Borough of Newham.

At the time of the inspection, there were 474 students, all aged 16 to 19 years old. LAE offers a broad A-level curriculum in 15 subjects which include sciences, foreign languages, English, mathematics, geography, history, economics, politics and psychology. Students in Year 12 study four A-level subjects and most students in Year 13 study three ...A-level subjects.

Students in Year 12 have the opportunity to take an extended project qualification to prepare them for university or their future careerWhat is it like to be a learner with this provider? Students thrive in an inclusive and diverse environment, where they take part in an exceptional range of personal development activities beyond the subjects they study. Students love being part of college networks such as lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans, and eco clubs. In these groups, they develop new friendships, and skills such as leadership.

They build support and social networks and explore their interests with like-minded individuals. They feel proud to be part of a vibrant college community. Students are extremely motivated because of the high-quality teaching they experienceTeachers set very high academic expectations for students who appreciate how teachers help them to developStudents participate purposefully in lessons.

They respond well to the difficult questions that teachers pose. Students thoroughly enjoy the challenge and feel inspired by teachers and their peers to do the very best they can. Students' attendance, punctuality and achievement of their planned learning goals are excellentStudents receive very effective support from their teachers and pastoral staff.

They have extra academic sessions and one-to-one support from teachers, for example to address any gaps in their knowledge. Students have very good help with their mental health if they need it. Consequently, they feel well supported, highly valued, and cared for.

Students very much enjoy being at college and say it is a safe place to learn. They state that they are treated fairly, and that staff take good account of their diverse needs. For example, in a recent assembly, the usual musical performance was withheld out of respect for those observing Ramadan.