Hanover Primary School
69%
Capacity
235
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Hanover Primary School
Hanover Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hanover Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Polly Shields, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7634th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 39 in Islington.
Hanover Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 40 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 Hanover Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Hanover Primary 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 | Noel Road, London, Islington, N1 8BD |
| Headteacher | Polly Shields |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.4% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 341 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7634th of 13,686
Nationally
1240th of 1,592
In London
27th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
60%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Noel Road, London
Islington, N1 8BD
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