St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

  • Primary
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 2 to 11
Ofsted: Outstanding

Crondall Street, London, N1 6JGOpen in maps

St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Hackney for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 105 schools in Hackney. It ranks 17th of 50 primary schools in Hackney. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in October 2017.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 3 October 2017, report published 1 November 2017

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Early years provision
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 8 November 2023

At this school, pupils come first. This is because staff have high expectations for all, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils appreciate the help and support they receive from staff to help them learn. Behaviour is exemplary and attendance is high. Pupils are extremely polite and considerate towards adults and peers alike. Bullying is not tolerated; any rare incidents are dealt with swiftly. As such, pupils are kept safe and feel safe at school. The school's curriculum is ambitious and supplemented with a planned programme of enrichment that inspires and motivates pupils to learn. For example, pupils enjoyed their residential trips to Ufton Court. Pupils work hard and are resilient. Over time, pupils develop a rich body of knowledge and understanding. This means they are well prepared for their next stage in education. Pupils love to sing loud and proud at this school. Through music, they discover the importance of cultural identity and mutual respect. They particularly enjoy Motown and jazz. Weekly singing assemblies are lively and promote a deep sense of belonging.

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Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

28 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths82%

82%, 20 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths7%

7%, 1 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score107

107, 1 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score107

107, 2 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score107

107, 2 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

239 pupils on roll, with places for 451

Eligible for free school meals62.8%

62.8%, 36.3 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language50.2%

50.2%, 28.6 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support25.5%

25.5%, 10.7 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan7.5%

7.5%, 1.5 percentage points above the England average of 6%.

Schools near St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
St Monica's Catholic Primary School0.2 milesOfsted: Good83% met the expected standard
Hoxton Garden Primary0.2 milesOfsted: Good84% met the expected standard
Shoreditch Park Primary School0.3 milesOfsted: Outstanding63% met the expected standard
Thomas Fairchild Community School0.3 milesOfsted: Good79% met the expected standard
Rosemary Works School0.4 milesNo Ofsted inspectionNot published

School details

School type
Voluntary aided school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
2 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Ms Toni Mason
Phone
02077394902
Website
st-john.hackney.sch.uk
Address
Crondall Street, London, N1 6JG
Local authority
Hackney
URN
100266

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.