Morningside Primary School
London, E9 6LL · Hackney · primary school
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13th 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 — 9.3/10 against 537 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 26.0 · 96 | 25% | 2.41 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Morningside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 26.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in October 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 428 pupils against a stated capacity of 504. 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 does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Outstanding rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Morningside Primary School
Overview
Morningside Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, providing a highly effective curriculum that equips pupils with the knowledge and experiences needed to succeed. Pupils are described as very proud of their school, enjoying their education enormously while demonstrating impeccable behaviour and strong, respectful relationships with staff.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious and has been structured effectively," ensuring pupils secure important knowledge, skills, and vocabulary from the two-year-old provision through to Year 6.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge," explain content clearly, and regularly check understanding to correct misconceptions quickly, helping pupils link prior learning to current topics.
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with staff teaching phonics effectively from Reception; pupils read books matched to their abilities and receive swift support if they find reading difficult.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "effectively and accurately identified," with staff adapting teaching well so these pupils can access the curriculum and achieve well.
- Leaders have created a "very caring, happy environment" where staff workload is manageable, and pupil well-being is prioritised through initiatives like well-being ambassadors and mindfulness techniques.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,323 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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