Lauriston School
101%
Capacity
425
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Lauriston School
Lauriston School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 425 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lauriston School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robin Warren, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4662nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 49 in Hackney.
Lauriston School is a popular choice with families — it received 173 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
Lauriston School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lauriston School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Dance, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Lauriston 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 | Rutland Road, London, Hackney, E9 7JS |
| Headteacher | Robin Warren |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 425 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.0% |
| School Capacity | 425 / 420 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4662nd of 13,686
Nationally
855th of 1,592
In London
36th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
69%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
173
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rutland Road, London
Hackney, E9 7JS
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