Morningside Primary School
87%
Capacity
437
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Morningside Primary School
Morningside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 437 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 504 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Rachel Smith and Jo Stonehouse, it falls under Hackney 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 2609th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 49 in Hackney.
Morningside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 45 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Morningside Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Morningside Primary 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chatham Place, Morningside Primary School, London, Hackney, E9 6LL |
| Headteacher | Rachel Smith and Jo Stonehouse |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 437 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.6% |
| School Capacity | 437 / 504 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (20 Sept 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2609th of 13,686
Nationally
567th of 1,592
In London
25th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
75%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 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
Chatham Place, Morningside Primary School, London
Hackney, E9 6LL
Chatham Place, Morningside Primary School, London
Hackney, E9 6LL
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