The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School
76%
Capacity
803
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School
The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 803 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Oyedele Rotimi, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.26 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 39.3. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, ranked 2148th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 16 in Hackney.
The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School is a popular choice with families — it received 245 applications for 74 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School include Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Astro Turf, Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Badminton, Netball, Swimming, Gymnastics and 6 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Young Enterprise, Eco Club, Book Club and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.8%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Hackney, The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Paragon Road, London, Hackney, E9 6NR |
| Headteacher | Oyedele Rotimi |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 803 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 69.8% |
| School Capacity | 803 / 1,050 (76% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.26)
2148th of 3,141
Nationally
417th of 487
In London
15th of 16
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
31.1
'22/23
27.6
'23/24
28.8
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
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
19Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed74
245
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Paragon Road, London
Hackney, E9 6NR
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