The Jenny Hammond Primary School
London, E11 3JH · Waltham Forest · primary school
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18th of 49 primary schools in Waltham Forest we can score, 51 in total — the rest without enough published data. 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 — 9.6/10 against 3,364 of them, against 9.1/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Jenny Hammond Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 19.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers the JHPS Choir and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 388 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 take place during the after-school club? How does the choir prepare for public performances?
What Ofsted said about The Jenny Hammond Primary School
Overview
The Jenny Hammond Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are happy and behave well. Leaders ensure a broad, demanding curriculum with effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Teachers have "high expectations for every pupil" and know them well, creating an environment where children talk "enthusiastically about their lessons".
- The approach to early reading is "ambitious" and "well sequenced", with pupils building phonics knowledge effectively and enjoying reading for fun.
- Subject leaders ensure the curriculum is "demanding" and "rich", helping pupils master key concepts in subjects like mathematics and physical education.
- The school "buzzes with activity", with bullying being rare and pupils feeling safe and kind to one another.
- Leaders work closely with families, including inviting parents to read with younger children, which is "very popular with parents and pupils alike".
Areas to improve
- In some instances, teaching does not establish what pupils already know and understand before building on it, affecting how securely they remember knowledge.
- Leaders should continue work to strengthen curriculum delivery so pupils acquire and remember detailed knowledge across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to recognise concerns and leaders working with external partners to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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