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London East Academy Catchment Area

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

London East Academy is a other independent not applicable school in London, Tower Hamlets , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 153 pupils, and a capacity of 160 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

153

Pupils

160

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

London East Academy Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for London East Academy is set by Tower Hamlets and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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

Find Tower Hamlets catchment area documents →

London East Academy — School Information

Full address
46 Whitechapel Road, Whitechapel, London, E1 1JX
Local authority
Tower Hamlets
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Gender
Boys
DfE URN
134810

Other Not applicable Schools in London

If London East Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — London East Academy

Is London East Academy oversubscribed?

London East Academy is operating close to its capacity of 160 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for London East Academy?

Admission to London East Academy is managed by Tower Hamlets. 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 East Academy cover?

London East Academy is a not applicable school in London, Tower Hamlets, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.