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London Design and Engineering UTC Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

London Design and Engineering UTC is a university technical college secondary school in London, Newham , serving pupils aged 14–19, with 792 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

14–19

Age range

792

Pupils

600

Capacity

132%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

London Design and Engineering UTC Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at London Design and Engineering UTC are allocated by Newham using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Currently oversubscribed: 792 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Newham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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London Design and Engineering UTC — School Information

Full address
15 University Way, London, E16 2RD
Local authority
Newham
School type
University technical college
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
14–19 years
Free school meals
44.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142903

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Frequently Asked Questions — London Design and Engineering UTC

Is London Design and Engineering UTC oversubscribed?

Yes — London Design and Engineering UTC currently has 792 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for London Design and Engineering UTC?

Admission to London Design and Engineering UTC is managed by Newham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does London Design and Engineering UTC cover?

London Design and Engineering UTC is a secondary school in London, Newham, serving pupils aged 14–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for London Design and Engineering UTC?

London Design and Engineering UTC was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.