Laycock Primary School
London, N1 1SW · Islington · primary school
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25th of 38 primary schools in Islington we can score, 39 in total — the rest without enough published data. 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 — 6.9/10 against 584 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| 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.
Laycock Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0%, slightly below the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend trips to Cardfields and Freightliners Farm, participate in a Year 3 puppet power RE week, and join a Year 1 Hinduism workshop. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 217 pupils against a stated capacity of 444. 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 activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Laycock Primary School
Overview
Laycock Primary School is judged as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. The report highlights a school that has undergone significant leadership changes but is now delivering a ‘broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum’ with strong support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Leaders have successfully improved behaviour and attendance, creating a calm and orderly environment where pupils feel safe and are encouraged to be aspirational.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘sequenced progressively’ and identifies precisely what pupils should learn, leading to strong outcomes in subjects like mathematics and science.
- Staff provide ‘personalised and expert support’ for pupils with SEND, including bespoke teaching for deaf pupils in the specially resourced provision.
- Leaders have introduced ‘strong routines’ and focused on emotional literacy, resulting in pupils who ‘behave well’ and show respect.
- Attendance has ‘significantly improved’ due to robust systems and high expectations, with quick interventions when rates drop.
- Reading is a high priority, with an ‘effective phonics programme’ and targeted support ensuring pupils read with increasing confidence.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, curricular thinking is ‘new and not fully embedded’, meaning pupils’ subject-specific knowledge is not yet fully secure.
- In the early years, staff do not always ‘precisely address gaps’ in children’s knowledge, leaving some pupils not fully ready for Year 1.
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 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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