Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
London, E8 3DY · Hackney · primary school
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42nd 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 — 8.0/10 against 881 of them, against 6.1/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Gardening Club, EYFS Arts and Crafts Club, and EYFS Art Club. Trips include visits to The National Gallery, Horizon 22, Dalston Curve Garden, and The Garden Classroom.
Getting in
The published school roll is 240 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for Year 6 students preparing for their transition to secondary school? How are the gardening and art clubs structured for older primary pupils?
What Ofsted said about Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Overview
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” Pupils “enjoy coming to” the school, where they feel “well looked after” and safe. The school fosters a positive environment where pupils are “empowered, inspired and prepared,” achieving well across subjects through high expectations and clear behavioural rules.
Strengths
- The curriculum is planned with “care and a clear purpose,” using “well-ordered steps” to help pupils build knowledge and remember more over time.
- Staff provide “effective adaptations” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they “learn the curriculum well.”
- Phonics teaching is strong, with most pupils reading “fluently by the end of Year 2” due to early support and well-trained staff.
- Leaders act promptly on attendance, working closely with families to ensure “improvements in overall attendance.”
- Pupils develop as “confident, respectful citizens” through varied opportunities such as debates, charity work, and leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure pupils have the “required prior knowledge” before introducing new concepts to prevent “gaps in pupils’ understanding.”
- Teaching should better support pupils to acquire an “accurate understanding of subject-specific vocabulary” so they can grasp key knowledge securely.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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