The Olive School, Hackney
99%
Capacity
624
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About The Olive School, Hackney
The Olive School, Hackney is a state-funded Muslim primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 624 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Babar Mirza, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% 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 576th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 49 in Hackney.
The Olive School, Hackney is a popular choice with families — it received 158 applications for 90 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 100 were first-preference applications.
The Olive School, Hackney parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (109 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Olive School, Hackney include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Netball, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, The Olive School, Hackney 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 | Muslim |
| Address | 32 St Johns Church Road, London, Hackney, E9 6EJ |
| Headteacher | Babar Mirza |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 624 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.3% |
| School Capacity | 624 / 630 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
576th of 13,686
Nationally
131st of 1,592
In London
6th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
87%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
109 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
158
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
100 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Olive School, Hackney
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Contact Information
32 St Johns Church Road, London
Hackney, E9 6EJ
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