Hawksmoor School

About Hawksmoor School

Hawksmoor School is a popular choice among Greenwich families, with 20 first-preference applications for its 22 reception places in the 2025/26 admissions round. The school is oversubscribed, receiving 81 total applications and an oversubscription ratio of 3.68, meaning nearly four families applied for every available spot. This level of demand suggests strong local confidence in the school, though it’s worth noting that the nearest Outstanding-rated primary, Windrush Thamesmead, is just 0.3 km away, giving families a nearby alternative. ParentView data isn’t available here, but the high first-preference rate (20 out of 22 places went to first-choice families) is a practical signal of satisfaction. With 326 pupils against a capacity of 420, the school isn’t at full roll yet, so there may be some room for late applicants, though competition remains stiff for the main intake.

Academically, Hawksmoor performs well above the Greenwich average. In the 2023/24 Key Stage 2 results, 74% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with the local authority average of 71%. The school ranks 22nd out of 57 primary schools in Greenwich, placing it in the top 40% locally and in the top 25% nationally by its KS2 expected-standard metric. Reading is a particular strength: 83% met the expected standard and 45% achieved a higher score, with an average reading score of 108. Maths also holds up well, with 78% at expected and an average score of 105. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in October 2023 rated it Good overall, with behaviour and attitudes judged Outstanding. This is a significant turnaround from its previous inspection in 2019, when it was rated Inadequate, reflecting clear improvement under headteacher James Thompson.

The school offers a solid range of facilities, including a library, gymnasium, art studios, sensory room and playing fields, plus clubs like gardening, coding and film club. Sports include football, cricket, netball and cross country. Hawksmoor has a nursery provision for children from age 3, which may appeal to families wanting continuity from early years through to Year 6. Its SEND provisions are notably comprehensive, covering specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, moderate learning difficulty, speech and language needs, hearing impairment, social and emotional mental health needs, and autistic spectrum disorder. With 45.1% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a diverse and disadvantaged intake. This is a school that has demonstrably improved its outcomes and behaviour culture, and it suits families who prioritise academic progress and a structured, supportive environment within a large London borough.

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