Harrington Hill Primary School
78%
Capacity
186
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Harrington Hill Primary School
Harrington Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 186 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Harrington Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Kennedy, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% 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 990th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 49 in Hackney.
Harrington Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 18 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harrington Hill Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Football, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Harrington Hill 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 | Mount Pleasant Lane, London, Hackney, E5 9JG |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Kennedy |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.9% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 240 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
990th of 13,686
Nationally
252nd of 1,592
In London
12th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
83%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mount Pleasant Lane, London
Hackney, E5 9JG
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