Shoreditch is situated in the east end of London. The area is well known for its vibrant culture, arts scene and historical significance. In the 16th Century, Shoreditch began to change from mainly agricultural land to a centre for entertainment, with theatres and taverns. During the Industrial Revolution, Shoreditch became industrialised with workshops and factories. The population grew quickly, with many people moving to the area to seek work.

By the mid-20th Century, many industries had moved out of the area. Then, in the late 20th Century, Shoreditch underwent a lot of regeneration, with many Industrial buildings and warehouses being converted into lofts, studios and offices.

Over the last few decades, Shoreditch has been known for its cultural revival. It has a well-known art scene with many galleries, street art and creative spaces. Shoreditch is also well known for its great nightlife, which includes many cool bars and restaurants.

Shoreditch is also synonymous with being a tech hub. The area has attracted many tech start-ups, leading to the nickname ‘Silicon Roundabout’. Shoreditch is home to many tech companies and co-working spaces, contributing to its reputation as a centre for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Transport

• By underground – Shoreditch has several tube stations, Old Street (Northern Line), Liverpool Street (Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines) and Moorgate (Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines).
• By train – Shoreditch High Street Overground station is located in the centre of Shoreditch and provides connections to places such as Stratford and Clapham Junction. Liverpool Street station is situated on the edge of Shoreditch and is one of London’s major railway stations. It offers links regionally and nationally and provides connections to areas such as Cambridge, Stansted Airport and Norwich.
• By bus – Bus routes offering connections to various parts of London. The most commonly used bus routes are 55, 243, 149 and 67.
• By Bike – the area is bike-friendly, with dedicated cycling lanes and many bike-sharing schemes.

Schools

While there aren’t many schools in the immediate vicinity of Shoreditch, several nearby service the area. A few examples are:

While there aren’t many schools in the immediate vicinity of Shoreditch, several nearby service the area. A few examples are:

Shoreditch Park Primary School - located at Rushton Street, this Primary school is for children aged 3 to 11.

Rushmore Primary School – located in Bethnal Green near Shoreditch, this school is for children aged 3 to 11.

Haggerston School – A secondary school located near Haggerston. This school is for students aged 11 to 18.

City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park – this school is located in nearby Hoxton and is for students aged 11 to 18.

University of the Arts London (UAL) – UAL has several campuses across London, with the well-known Saint Martins campus near Shoreditch. UAL offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in art, design, fashion and performance.

Please see our website tool below, which details all the schools in the area, including the Ofsted results.