Benthal Primary School, London
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
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Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Benthal Primary School has navigated recent changes well under dedicated leadership that has earned strong parent confidence. The school provides attractive, well-managed classrooms with good teaching of writing and reading, and has implemented effective programmes to support less confident readers. Staff and governors work closely together to maintain good educational standards.
Key Strengths
- Strong, stable leadership that has restored calm and confidence among parents and staff
- Well-managed classrooms that are attractive learning environments
- Effective safeguarding procedures with high-quality records and clear systems
- Good progress in writing across the curriculum with effective use of marking and editing
- Improved reading programme with better support for less confident readers
Areas for Improvement
- Most able pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds need greater challenge in writing, including more extended pieces in varied styles
- Most able readers need access to a wider range of genres and more ambitious texts
- Communal areas of the school building and grounds are untidy and poorly maintained, not reflecting classroom standards
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective - all arrangements are fit for purpose with appropriate detailed records, proper staff recruitment checks, and strong links with external agencies.
Benthal Primary School continues to be judged as good. Under new leadership, the school has maintained educational standards while navigating significant staffing changes and uncertainty about potential relocation.
At a Glance
67.1%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 74% to 85%. Maths has remained stable at around 81%. Writing has remained stable at around 85%.
Class Sizes
20.0
Avg class size
23.7
Infant (KS1)
27.6
KS2
12
Total classes
2 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
61%
Available places
252 pupils
414 capacity
162 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for London
Admissions Demand - Hackney
Places available
2,495
Applications
1,817
Got 1st preference
85.0%
Got preferred school
98.1%
Primary admissions across Hackney (2025/26)
Inspection History(107)
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Pupil Absence2024/25
13.62006%
Overall absence
33.63229%
Persistent absence
223
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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