Hillyfield Primary Academy
166%
Capacity
1,194
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Hillyfield Primary Academy
Hillyfield Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 1,194 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (166% of 720 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hillyfield Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Roddy Fairclough, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2675th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Hillyfield Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 378 applications for 151 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 131 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hillyfield Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Hillyfield Primary Academy 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 | Higham Hill Road, London, Waltham Forest, E17 6ED |
| Headteacher | Roddy Fairclough |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 1,194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.3% |
| School Capacity | 1,194 / 720 (166% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Jun 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2675th of 13,686
Nationally
575th of 1,592
In London
22nd of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed151
378
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
131 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Higham Hill Road, London
Waltham Forest, E17 6ED
Journey to School
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