Gayhurst Community School
94%
Capacity
535
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Gayhurst Community School
Gayhurst Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 535 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 570 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Louise Nichols, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 708th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 49 in Hackney.
Gayhurst Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 224 applications for 60 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 97 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gayhurst Community School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Gayhurst Community School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gayhurst Road, London, Hackney, E8 3EN |
| Headteacher | Louise Nichols |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 535 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.2% |
| School Capacity | 535 / 570 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
708th of 13,686
Nationally
169th of 1,592
In London
7th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
85%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
224
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
97 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gayhurst Road, London
Hackney, E8 3EN
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