Springfield Community Primary School
82%
Capacity
213
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Springfield Community Primary School
Springfield Community 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 213 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 260 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Jack Sloan, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8626th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 49 in Hackney.
Springfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Springfield Community Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Springfield Community 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 | Castlewood Road, Hackney, London, Hackney, N16 6DH |
| Headteacher | Jack Sloan |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.5% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 260 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8626th of 13,686
Nationally
1315th of 1,592
In London
46th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
57%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Springfield Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Castlewood Road, Hackney, London
Hackney, N16 6DH
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