Rushmore Primary School
London, E5 0LE · Hackney · primary school
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25th 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 — 9.5/10 against 2,979 of them, against 9.0/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 25.0 · 96 | 25% | 2.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rushmore Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 25.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art Ambassador Agents, play netball, BMX, wheelchair basketball, table tennis, tennis, football, street dance or multi-sports, and visit the Hackney School of Food or local galleries. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 455 pupils against a stated capacity of 470. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities does the Art Ambassador Agents club involve?
What Ofsted said about Rushmore Primary School
Overview
Rushmore Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy learning and behave well. Leaders ensure a broad curriculum is taught, with particular strength in reading and mathematics, though inconsistencies remain in other subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils are kind, embrace differences, and build positive relationships with staff.
- Teachers receive regular phonics training, ensuring pupils become "fluent and confident readers."
- Leaders effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) through adapted materials and bespoke information.
- In subjects like mathematics, teachers frequently check for knowledge gaps and help pupils learn from mistakes.
- Staff workload is considered when introducing new ideas, fostering positive working relationships.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, teachers do not routinely identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge or misconceptions, which limits pupils' ability to grasp new concepts later in the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders alert to risks, staff receiving regular training, and statutory checks carried out for new recruits.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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.
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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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