Hawksmoor School
78%
Capacity
326
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Hawksmoor School
Hawksmoor School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Greenwich community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 326 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hawksmoor School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Thompson, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3067th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 57 in Greenwich.
Hawksmoor School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 22 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hawksmoor School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Hawksmoor 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 | None |
| Address | Bentham Road, London, Greenwich, SE28 8AS |
| Headteacher | James Thompson |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 326 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.1% |
| School Capacity | 326 / 420 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3067th of 13,686
Nationally
643rd of 1,592
In London
22nd of 57
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
74%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
81
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hawksmoor School
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Contact Information
Bentham Road, London
Greenwich, SE28 8AS
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