Woodberry Down Community Primary School
95%
Capacity
691
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Woodberry Down Community Primary School
Woodberry Down Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 691 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 726 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodberry Down Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicole Reid (Executive Headteacher), it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3262nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 49 in Hackney.
Woodberry Down Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 71 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
Woodberry Down Community Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodberry Down Community Primary School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Netball, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Woodberry Down 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodberry Grove, London, Hackney, N4 1SY |
| Headteacher | Nicole Reid (Executive Headteacher) |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 691 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.4% |
| School Capacity | 691 / 726 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3262nd of 13,686
Nationally
665th of 1,592
In London
27th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
73%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed71
101
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woodberry Grove, London
Hackney, N4 1SY
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