Nightingale Primary School
81%
Capacity
366
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Nightingale Primary School
Nightingale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 366 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Nightingale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Abigail Hopper, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10328th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 49 in Hackney.
Nightingale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 55 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nightingale Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Nightingale 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Tiger Way, London, Hackney, E5 8NA |
| Headteacher | Abigail Hopper |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 366 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.6% |
| School Capacity | 366 / 450 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10328th of 13,686
Nationally
1436th of 1,592
In London
48th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
52%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed55
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tiger Way, London
Hackney, E5 8NA
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