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Schools in E8, Hackney

A postcode district in Hackney

  • Postcode district
  • 27 schools and nurseries

In short: E8, Hackney is a postcode district in Hackney with 8 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 17 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries278 primary · 2 secondary · 17 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in E8, Hackney

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All E8, Hackney primary schools

Top Primary Schools in E8, Hackney

8 in E8, Hackney, best first

Gayhurst Community School

London, E8 3EN · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

82 first choices, 58 offers made

Met the standard at 1188%

England 62%

Days missed
3.6%
Pupils
524
Pupils per teacher
21.6
View school Gayhurst Community School

Shacklewell Primary School

London, E8 2EA · State · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

73 first choices, 61 offers made

Met the standard at 1172%

England 62%

Days missed
4.5%
Pupils
461
Pupils per teacher
23.7
View school Shacklewell Primary School

Top Secondary Schools in E8, Hackney

2 in E8, Hackney, best first

Waterside Academy

London, E8 4DL · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Strong standard in every area

Results close to the England average.

18 first choices, 46 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1645.5

England 46.2

Days missed
7.8%
Pupils
351
Pupils per teacher
10.6
View school Waterside Academy

The Excelsior Academy

London, E8 2EY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

77 first choices, 139 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1646.6

England 46.2

Days missed
8.7%
Pupils
983
Pupils per teacher
12.9
View school The Excelsior Academy

Nurseries in E8, Hackney

17 in E8, Hackney, highest Ofsted grade first

Sixth Forms in E8, Hackney

1 in E8, Hackney, by the school's Eduscope score

The Excelsior Academy

London, E8 2EY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

77 first choices, 139 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1646.6

England 46.2

Days missed
8.7%
Pupils
983
Pupils per teacher
12.9
View school The Excelsior Academy
The map

Every school in E8, Hackney, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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London Fields Primary School, Good or betterQueensbridge Primary School, OutstandingShacklewell Primary School, OutstandingHoly Trinity Church of England Primary School, GoodSt. Paul's With St. Michael's CofE Primary School, OutstandingGayhurst Community School, OutstandingThe Excelsior Academy, GoodHalley House School, GoodMossbourne Parkside Academy, Expected standard or betterWaterside Academy, Strong standard in every areaAnn Tayler Children and Family Hub Nursery, OutstandingHoly Trinity C Of E Primary Preschool, GoodIndependent Place Nursery Children-First.Info, OutstandingLEYF London Fields Nursery & Pre-School, GoodHalo Nursery, GoodN Family Club, GoodMini Bees Childcare, GoodChatter Bees Day Nursery, GoodGerman Kindergarten London Fields, OutstandingMapledene Childrens Centre, OutstandingCherish ChildcarePembury Pre-School, GoodThe Bath House Children's Community Centre, GoodFirst Day Nursery (Hackney)Alpha Nursery & ChildcareThe Art ImaginariumGrace Montessori School
  • Outstanding8
  • Good11
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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Living here

What it's like for families

E8, Hackney has 27 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about E8, Hackney

How many schools are in E8, Hackney?

E8, Hackney has 27 schools, including 8 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 17 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in E8, Hackney?

The highest-ranked schools in E8, Hackney on Eduscope are Gayhurst Community School, St. Paul's With St. Michael's CofE Primary School, Shacklewell Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How do I choose the right school in E8, Hackney?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 27 schools in E8, Hackney by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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