St Scholastica's Catholic Primary School
78%
Capacity
185
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Scholastica's Catholic Primary School
St Scholastica's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 185 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Scholastica's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sandra Brierley, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3720th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 49 in Hackney.
St Scholastica's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 16 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
St Scholastica's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Scholastica's Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Athletics, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, St Scholastica's 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Kenninghall Road, Clapton, London, Hackney, E5 8BS |
| Headteacher | Sandra Brierley |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 185 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 67.9% |
| School Capacity | 185 / 236 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3720th of 13,686
Nationally
743rd of 1,592
In London
30th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
25 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 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 St Scholastica's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Kenninghall Road, Clapton, London
Hackney, E5 8BS
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