William Patten Primary School

URN: 130932 • London N16 0NX

Overview

Name
William Patten Primary School
URN
130932
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Karen Law (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02072544014
Website
Visit
Address
Stoke Newington Church St, London N16 0NX

Summary

William Patten Primary School is a mixed community school located in Hackney, London, with a current enrolment of 441 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school prides itself on its culturally and socially diverse environment, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging students to contribute positively to both the school and wider community.

The curriculum at William Patten emphasizes academic, artistic, and musical excellence, with specialist music teachers and collaborations with arts organisations to enhance creativity. The school actively promotes self-expression and regularly hosts performances and exhibitions to celebrate student achievements.

Recognising the importance of parental involvement, William Patten encourages strong partnerships between home and school through its Parents, Teachers & Friends Association (PTFA). The school also addresses critical social issues, such as race and racism, by offering workshops and resources for parents to facilitate meaningful conversations with their children. This commitment to inclusivity and community engagement reflects the school's ethos of nurturing well-rounded individuals.

Key details

LA
Hackney
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
441
Boys
249
Girls
192
FSM %
13.60
Open date
1996-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 441 249 192 420 13.60
2024-09-11 433 236 197 420 12.10
2023-09-11 433 235 198 420 9.40
2022-09-11 433 235 198 420 9.40
2021-09-11 435 223 212 420 10.10
2020-09-11 447 223 224 420 7.30

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