Halley House School
90%
Capacity
188
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Halley House School
Halley House School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 188 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Halley House School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tobias Mills-Bishop, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7399th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 49 in Hackney.
Halley House School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 7 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Halley House School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Gymnastics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Halley House 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 52-58 Arcola Street, London, Hackney, E8 2DJ |
| Headteacher | Tobias Mills-Bishop |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 188 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.8% |
| School Capacity | 188 / 210 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7399th of 13,686
Nationally
1213th of 1,592
In London
43rd of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
61%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
31
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Halley House School
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Contact Information
52-58 Arcola Street, London
Hackney, E8 2DJ
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