Benthal Primary School
London, N16 7AU · Hackney · primary school
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31st of 50 primary schools in Hackney we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.7/10 against 330 of them, against 8.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Benthal Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 15.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join cooking, dance, and martial arts clubs, play football, cricket, or cycling, and learn ukulele, brass, saxophone, flute, or clarinet. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 252 pupils against a stated capacity of 414. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific trips or external performances are scheduled for the coming year? How are class sizes managed across the year groups?
What Ofsted said about Benthal Primary School
Overview
Benthal Primary School is described as a “friendly school” where leaders encourage pupils to “respect one another” and “love learning.” The report highlights a “broad curriculum” with high expectations, noting that pupils behave in a “kind and thoughtful manner” and feel safe. Overall, the school provides a positive environment where staff are supported and governance is effective.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a curriculum with “sufficient rigour,” particularly in subjects like history where thinking is “well developed.”
- The reading programme is “well established,” with staff trained to support weaker readers and build confidence.
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour, focusing in class and showing respect towards staff and peers.
- Personal development is “wide-ranging,” including visits to places of worship, cultural events, and opportunities for pupils to elect a school council.
- Staff appreciate the “professional development opportunities” provided by leaders, who also consider workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure a “well-sequenced curriculum” in the early years, as core knowledge and skills are not yet systematically identified in some areas.
- Teaching needs to more accurately reflect leaders’ intentions; occasionally, work does not support pupils to remember intended content, and teachers do not always check understanding before moving on.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff alert to local risks and reporting concerns swiftly to ensure pupils are safe and supported.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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