The academic sixth form for independent thinkers

London Academy of Excellence is the academic sixth form for independent thinkers. We are committed to our sixth formers developing the knowledge, skills and interests that will give them broad and rich life choices in a complex and changing future.

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"An inspirational school."

Good Schools Guide 2019

1 / 4

"LAE has opened up so many new doors for me that would not have been accessible without the school’s help."

Avesta, Class of 2020

2 / 4

"Highly skilled and enthusiastic teachers help students to make excellent progress and achieve at a high level."

Ofsted November 2017

3 / 4

"LAE is a fantastic place, not only for the incredible support from staff, but also for the environment among students."

Camilo, Class of 2020

4 / 4

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Posted on: 18/08/2020

@LAEStratford tweeted

Whilst we may be in lockdown, our @CCFcadets continue to attend virtual parade nights and our @DofE students continue to work towards their Silver and Gold Awards with online volunteering and training.

22/01/21

@LAEStratford tweeted

Do you have questions about our admissions process or choosing the right A-Level subjects for you? Join our live Q&A Weds 27th Jan at 4:30pm https://t.co/425HcWIJlt #Newham #Sixthform #Alevel #GCSE https://t.co/78kygRAFxI

22/01/21

@LAEStratford tweeted

Do you want to be part of LAE Startford’s success? Well there is still time to apply. Applications for 2021 entry are still open until the 5th February. https://t.co/hckPLF0ll3 #ApplyNow #Success #Excellence #SixthForm https://t.co/ktYFVPgG1h

21/01/21

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A huge thank you to the @Bett_show and @LetsLocalise for supporting the @LAEstratford remote learning laptop campaign #community

21/01/21

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We have launched a Financial Literacy Programme to give our students practical financial life skills to support them in the future.

20/01/21

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The LAE Arts Hub continues in lockdown with online music lessons, our drama students will create a play for a virtual performance and there are a variety of online concerts and shows offered to our students each week.

18/01/21

@LAEStratford tweeted

A variety of Online Fitness sessions start today to keep our students & staff fit and active during the lockdown. They include cardio and strength workouts, ballet, yoga and self-defence. #Wellbeing #Fitness #Workout #Health 😃

14/01/21

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25 clubs start today at LAE as part of our co-curricular offer. To help students at home we have included new clubs such as Yoga and Meditation and a Well-being Course. 😁 #Wellbeing

13/01/21

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Happy for our @UniofOxford offer holders today and thanks for the support from @OxOutreach Proud of all our university applicants who are aiming high #LAExcellence

12/01/21

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek “If you believe in your idea of change and are willing to work hard, sooner or later that dream will be a reality.” — Naomi Tulay Solanke

11/01/21

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Happy New Year from all of us at LAE Stratford! We hope that 2021 brings you much happiness and success, and if you want LAE to be part of your year, you can still apply here: https://t.co/Z4rh4fuL0F 😁 https://t.co/ROGwvNiCBz

01/01/21

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Wondering what subjects we offer at LAE? https://t.co/BUGLYOdqss Here you can find the list of subjects we offer along with videos for each department.

30/12/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek “Celebrate endings—for they precede new beginnings.” ~ Jonathan Lockwood Huie

28/12/20

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We wish you a #MerryChristmas 🎄 from all of us here at LAE Stratford! 🎅 https://t.co/jLtkPgJphq

25/12/20

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Here's a blog written by our LAE admissions team on 'What to think about when choosing a sixth form'. https://t.co/RMLmS5PwCM

23/12/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek "#FOMO (fear of missing out) is the enemy of valuing your own time." ~ Andrew Yang

21/12/20

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Thank you very much @DavidLammy for speaking to our students and answering all their questions, ranging from the housing crisis and COVID to the justice system and university. They had a fantastic time! 😀 #Lecture

16/12/20

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Do you love to learn and work hard? Do you aspire to a place at a top university? Then you can apply now to LAE Stratford with the following link: https://t.co/Z4rh4fuL0F #ApplyNow #Sixthform #Application

10/12/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek "I believe compassion to be one of the few things we can practice that will bring immediate and long-term happiness to our lives" - Dalai Lama

07/12/20

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Head over to our Instagram @LAEstratford to take part at 12pm today. 😄 https://t.co/nw91GBplZ9

02/12/20

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Thanks to @arminkahelic for speaking to our Politics students about her work in international relations, human rights and the vital role of raising awareness and calling for action on PSVI. A great talk answering a lot of questions from students.

25/11/20

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You have until 09:00 tomorrow morning (Weds) to book your spot at our virtual open day. This will be your very best opportunity to find out about our school and have your questions answered. Book your place now: https://t.co/m9HLyDfQ8F https://t.co/3rtzNUaIk7

24/11/20

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A huge thank you to @profpauldolan for speaking to our students about COVID-19, the impact of narratives on wellbeing, behavioural science and how to design for happiness. Important insights at a time of real uncertainty.

18/11/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek "It’s so much darker when a light goes out than it would have been if it had never shone." ~ John Steinbeck

16/11/20

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In a new blog, @lucyICCLondon gives an overview of how @ExCeLLondon have been investing in #SocialMobility and supporting young people in their backyard through two organisations: @NASSAsports and @LAEstratford Read her piece here: https://t.co/JuIvtI5SSG https://t.co/8cIfJJZIF5

12/11/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek "Good health and good sense are two of life's greatest blessings." Publilio Siro

10/11/20

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Book now with the following link: https://t.co/W1z3zlreuW 😊 https://t.co/tZnNZe7f2m

02/11/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek “Courage is knowing what not to fear.” ~ Plato

26/10/20

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Thinking about Alevels? Get some ideas from our new 2021 prospectus available now on our website. 😁 Also you can book yourself in now for our virtual open day with the following link: https://t.co/4bgHk8sUOA https://t.co/PWoRpLWY7O

21/10/20

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Booking is now live for our virtual open day! This will be your best chance to find out everything you need to know about what we can offer you here at LAE Stratford. Book here with this link: https://t.co/4bgHk8sUOA https://t.co/mhzMoeoFbE

21/10/20

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16/10/20

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Thank you @DeclanMcKenna for taking time out to jam with our LAE Band students giving them all an amazing experience that they will never forget. We will continue to vibe! #Newham #DeclanMckenna #Music #Band #Vibe https://t.co/7uTTHCHn9F

14/10/20

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We have a brilliant programme of lectures lined up to celebrate #blackhistorymonth tomorrow on our personal development day. https://t.co/CgTADwnuJE

13/10/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek “If you have come here to help me, you are wasting your time. But if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine, then let us work together” ~ Lilla Watson, Queensland Aboriginal Activists Group

12/10/20

@LAEStratford tweeted

Thank you to @deccaclassics for providing us with these lovely new violins through their bursary scheme. Our students cannot wait to get their hands on them. https://t.co/kVpBh2wZNJ

08/10/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek “The capacity to live with difference is, in my view, the coming question of the twenty-first century” ~ Stuart Hall

05/10/20

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Since 2014, @LAEstratford has sent more than 1000 students on to study at @RussellGroup universities! LAE now has alumni studying at all 24 Russell Group universities for the first time. You can read more about this amazing achievement on our website: https://t.co/H7Pz5bdrPd

02/10/20

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Year 12 spent an engaging and thought-provoking morning online with their peers from our six partner schools today. A huge thank you to all involved for making our first virtual partnership day such a success. https://t.co/oywvdROZYJ

01/10/20

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Thank you to social entrepreneur @sharath36 for his uplifting and reflective remote lecture to @LAEstratford Year 12 this afternoon on how to maintain equilibrium and inner drive at an uncertain time #independentthinking

30/09/20

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To mark #BlackHistoryMonth, Newham Council has a programme of events responding to the theme of Strength, Courage, Determination. Visit https://t.co/ozjAGlRfGN for the full programme. #NewhamBHM2020 #BHM https://t.co/WAonVsnLt6

29/09/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek “Waste no time on anger, regret, or resentment, just get the job done.” ~ Ruth Bader Ginsberg

28/09/20

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Today our students & staff took part in @raceforlife. They all ran 5km around the @noordinarypark to raise money for @CR_UK. Well done to them. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️#Newham #Education #CancerResearch #Very2020RaceForLife https://t.co/D9ZpaLwMDl

24/09/20

@LAEStratford tweeted

Tomorrow evening sees the next in @AtheneDonald's conversation series, 'Give Me Inspiration! The Paradigm Shift'. Dame Athene will be speaking to @AnneGlover_EU, President of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and a molecular biologist. Sign up here! https://t.co/EDb2JiccUm https://t.co/5BJ8D1vVRx

23/09/20

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Thank you to Professor @acgrayling for launching this year’s @LAEstratford LAEcture programme with a captivating and provocative remote lecture on the debate surrounding #Brexit #Independentthinking #Newham

23/09/20

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LAE Stratford’s first band practise of the year went really well. One of the many opportunities available as part of our Performing Arts Hub. #Newham #Clubs #Sixthform #Education https://t.co/jzssHuHaKq

22/09/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek “Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” – Scott Adams

21/09/20

@LAEStratford tweeted

Our games programme launched yesterday! From Yoga and table tennis to ballet and boxercise, our students had a terrific afternoon. #Newham #LAEStratford #Sports #SixthForm https://t.co/uSq663hsbe

18/09/20

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Record number of students have signed up to take part in @DofE at LAE Stratford this year to achieve the silver award. https://t.co/Atisg3ArbR

16/09/20

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#LAEThoughtOfTheWeek “Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody else expects of you. Never excuse yourself. Never pity yourself. Be a hard master to yourself-and be lenient to everybody else.”― Henry Ward Beecher

14/09/20

@LAEStratford tweeted

Thanks to our partners for delivering a great online co-curricular assembly about @CCFcadets & @DofE. Our students have gained so much from these activities in the past and we're very excited to continue these. #Cadets #dofe #LAEStratford #Newham https://t.co/LaF3FvKynp

10/09/20

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