Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School
Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Catholic primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Aoife O'Grady, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1058th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 49 in Hackney.
Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 29 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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 Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Catholic |
| Address | Buckingham Road, London, Hackney, N1 4JB |
| Headteacher | Aoife O'Grady |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1058th of 13,686
Nationally
270th of 1,592
In London
14th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
83%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Buckingham Road, London
Hackney, N1 4JB
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