Millfields Community School
93%
Capacity
635
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Millfields Community School
Millfields Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 635 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 680 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Millfields Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Betsworth, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3885th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 49 in Hackney.
Millfields Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 187 applications for 83 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Millfields Community School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Millfields Community 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 | Hilsea Street, London, Hackney, E5 0SH |
| Headteacher | Jane Betsworth |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 635 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.1% |
| School Capacity | 635 / 680 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3885th of 13,686
Nationally
762nd of 1,592
In London
31st of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
71%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed83
187
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hilsea Street, London
Hackney, E5 0SH
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