Sebright School
London, E2 8QH · Hackney · primary school
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20th 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 — 8.8/10 against 1,515 of them, against 7.5/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sebright School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a Reading Club and participate in archery, boxing, skipping, and swimming. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 430 pupils against a stated capacity of 460. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How are the archery and boxing sessions structured for different age groups?
What Ofsted said about Sebright School
Overview
Sebright School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes the school as a “caring, supportive family” where pupils experience “success and joy through their learning and play.” Leaders and staff demonstrate “unwavering ambition” to ensure all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve very well.
Strengths
- The school offers an “exceptionally well-designed curriculum” that provides a “breadth and depth of knowledge and skills,” supported by teachers with “strong subject knowledge.”
- Pupils quickly secure phonics skills and become “enthusiastic, independent readers,” using these skills to research and learn across subjects.
- Behaviour is described as “impeccable” and “exemplary,” with bullying being “extremely rare” and pupils managing themselves well in lessons.
- Personal development is prioritised through a “vast range of enrichment experiences,” including the school’s ‘101 things’ and pupil roles such as ‘champions’.
- Leaders and governors work collaboratively to support continual improvement, while also prioritising staff well-being and workload.
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 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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