Gainsborough Primary School
URN: 100225 • London E9 5ND
Overview
- Name
- Gainsborough Primary School
- URN
- 100225
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jenna Clark (since 2020) , Headteacher
- Previous head
- Rebecca Mackenzie, Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02089854622
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Berkshire Road, London E9 5ND
Summary
Gainsborough Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Hackney, London, with a current enrolment of 310 pupils and a capacity of 320. The school prides itself on creating an inclusive and supportive environment where children can achieve their full potential. It fosters a strong partnership among students, parents, staff, and the wider community, ensuring that everyone feels valued and aware of their rights and responsibilities.
The curriculum at Gainsborough emphasizes experiential learning, as seen in recent activities where students engaged with local history and geography through trips to the Docklands Museum and Dalston Market. The school also promotes healthy living and environmental awareness through initiatives like herb tasting and cooking clubs, encouraging students to explore nutrition and sustainability.
With a significant percentage of pupils (47.90%) eligible for free school meals, Gainsborough is committed to providing support and resources to all families. The school maintains an active calendar of events and opportunities for parental involvement, fostering a collaborative community spirit that enhances the educational experience for all students.
The curriculum at Gainsborough emphasizes experiential learning, as seen in recent activities where students engaged with local history and geography through trips to the Docklands Museum and Dalston Market. The school also promotes healthy living and environmental awareness through initiatives like herb tasting and cooking clubs, encouraging students to explore nutrition and sustainability.
With a significant percentage of pupils (47.90%) eligible for free school meals, Gainsborough is committed to providing support and resources to all families. The school maintains an active calendar of events and opportunities for parental involvement, fostering a collaborative community spirit that enhances the educational experience for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Hackney
- Age range
- 0 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 320
- Pupils
- 310
- Boys
- 176
- Girls
- 134
- FSM %
- 47.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 310 | 176 | 134 | 320 | 47.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 301 | 163 | 138 | 320 | 48.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 278 | 164 | 114 | 320 | 51.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 278 | 164 | 114 | 630 | 51.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 268 | 153 | 115 | 630 | 41.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 309 | 174 | 135 | 630 | 43.80 |
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