Simon Marks Jewish Primary School
52%
Capacity
124
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Simon Marks Jewish Primary School
Simon Marks Jewish Primary School is a state-funded Jewish primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 124 pupils on roll, operating at 52% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Simon Marks Jewish Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gulcan Metin-Asdoyuran, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 100% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 15th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 49 in Hackney.
Simon Marks Jewish Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 10 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Simon Marks Jewish Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Simon Marks Jewish 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 | Jewish |
| Address | 75 Cazenove Road, Hackney, London, Hackney, N16 6PD |
| Headteacher | Gulcan Metin-Asdoyuran |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 124 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.6% |
| School Capacity | 124 / 240 (52% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (100%)
15th of 13,686
Nationally
2nd of 1,592
In London
1st of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
100%
Expected Standard
38%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
100%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
17
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
75 Cazenove Road, Hackney, London
Hackney, N16 6PD
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