Stoke Newington School and Sixth Form
London, N16 9EX · Hackney · secondary school
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8th of 16 secondary 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 495 of them, against 7.3/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.83 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 54.3 · 72 | 30% | 2.16 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.28 · 71 | 25% | 1.79 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 52.2 · 78 | 10% | 0.78 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stoke Newington School and Sixth Form overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.1% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 48.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.28 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Podcasts club, play Fives, attend Sports Days, participate in drama productions, and take music lessons. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,665 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,700. 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 to maintain the progress seen in the 2023/24 data? What specific support is available for students aiming to exceed the national median in Attainment 8? How does the after-school club integrate with the academic curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Stoke Newington School and Sixth Form
Overview
Stoke Newington School and Sixth Form continues to be a good school, characterised by an inclusive ethos and a diverse community. Pupils are described as polite, welcoming, and articulate, working hard within a carefully planned curriculum that promotes equality and celebrates diversity. The sixth form is a particular strength, attracting students with its wide range of academic and vocational courses.
Strengths
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge and are passionate, using varied methods to help pupils retain learning and challenge their thinking.
- The curriculum is carefully considered from Year 7 to Year 13, with important content regularly revisited to reinforce understanding.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, with lessons appropriately adapted and additional support closely matched to the main curriculum.
- Reading is a high priority, with early-stage readers quickly identified and supported by experienced staff through a planned programme.
- Leaders provide a comprehensive programme for pupils’ wider development, including careers advice, work experience, and sessions on staying safe online.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure lesson activities are suited to pupils’ needs and that gaps in knowledge are quickly followed up so pupils can complete tasks effectively.
- The number of fixed-term exclusions is relatively high and disproportionately affects some groups; leaders must reduce this to ensure fewer pupils miss planned learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with an experienced team establishing a culture of vigilance, ensuring staff are regularly trained, and working tenaciously with other agencies to secure the best outcomes for vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 52.2 |
| 2024/25 | 48.4 |
| 2025/26 | 52.2 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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