The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2025).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 4.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
4.9
38.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
98% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 5–25
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 97
- Capacity
- 50%
Governance
- Local authority
- Tower Hamlets
- Head
- Mr Dean Phillips-Smith (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Additional inspection
February 2025 | Inspection
Additional inspection
October 2024 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
November 2022 | Inspection
Additional inspection
July 2020 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
May 2018 | Inspection
Additional inspection
July 2017 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
February 2014 | Inspection
Location
1st Floor, Universal House, London, E1 7SA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMulberry Academy London Dock
Secondary · 954m away
Hermitage Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Tower Bridge Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Riverside Primary School
Primary · 2.0km away
St James' Church of England Primary School
Primary · 2.2km away
Beormund Primary School
Special school · 2.2km away
Questions parents ask
What is The Complete Works's Ofsted rating?
The Complete Works was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in July 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Complete Works?
The Complete Works currently has 97 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Complete Works take?
The Complete Works caters for pupils aged 5 to 25.
Where is The Complete Works?
The Complete Works is in E1 7SA, in the Tower Hamlets local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Complete Works have a sixth form?
Yes, The Complete Works has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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