St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
London, N1 6JG · Hackney · primary school
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19th 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 — 9.2/10 against 527 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend a trip to Bayes business school and can join breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 239 pupils against a stated capacity of 451. 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 are included in the after-school club? How does the curriculum prepare pupils for the transition to secondary school?
What Ofsted said about St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
Overview
St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School continues to be an outstanding school. The inspection confirms that pupils come first, supported by staff with high expectations and a curriculum that is both ambitious and well-sequenced. Pupils are described as resilient, polite, and well-prepared for their next stage in education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "rich, broad and ambitious," with key knowledge sequenced logically so pupils "learn and remember more."
- Reading is prioritised from the start, with systematic checks ensuring books match pupils’ phonics knowledge; gaps are "promptly and efficiently addressed."
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they access an "equally ambitious curriculum."
- Behaviour is "exemplary" and attendance is high, with bullying not tolerated and rare incidents dealt with swiftly.
- Staff feel valued, particularly through initiatives like ‘helpful Wednesday,’ and are "committed to the pupils."
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 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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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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