Gayhurst Community School
URN: 130303 • London E8 3EN
Overview
- Name
- Gayhurst Community School
- URN
- 130303
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 76.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Nichols (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02072546138
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gayhurst Road, London E8 3EN
Summary
Gayhurst Community School is a mixed primary school located in Hackney, London, serving a diverse student body of 535 pupils. The school operates within the LEAP federation, which includes Kingsmead and Mandeville Primary Schools, fostering collaboration and shared governance. Gayhurst is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported in their academic and personal development.
The school's ethos prioritises a broad and balanced education, aiming to nurture intellectual curiosity alongside physical, social, and cultural growth. Gayhurst places significant emphasis on preparing students for a rapidly changing world, equipping them with essential skills for future success. The curriculum is designed to inspire lifelong learning, with adaptations made for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Community involvement is a cornerstone of Gayhurst's approach, encouraging engagement from parents, carers, and staff to create a united school environment. The school also provides targeted support through the Pupil Premium and Sports Premium initiatives, ensuring that all students have access to opportunities that enhance their educational experience.
The school's ethos prioritises a broad and balanced education, aiming to nurture intellectual curiosity alongside physical, social, and cultural growth. Gayhurst places significant emphasis on preparing students for a rapidly changing world, equipping them with essential skills for future success. The curriculum is designed to inspire lifelong learning, with adaptations made for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Community involvement is a cornerstone of Gayhurst's approach, encouraging engagement from parents, carers, and staff to create a united school environment. The school also provides targeted support through the Pupil Premium and Sports Premium initiatives, ensuring that all students have access to opportunities that enhance their educational experience.
Useful links
- Inclusion and Special Educational Needs & Disablities (SEND) (sen)
- Gayhurst school calendar (calendar)
- Annual Events (calendar)
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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
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 570
- Pupils
- 535
- Boys
- 262
- Girls
- 273
- FSM %
- 21.20
- Open date
- 1995-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 535 | 262 | 273 | 570 | 21.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 534 | 263 | 271 | 570 | 24.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 559 | 281 | 278 | 570 | 20.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 559 | 281 | 278 | 597 | 20.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 564 | 291 | 273 | 597 | 22.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 588 | 302 | 286 | 597 | 19.70 |
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