Betty Layward Primary School
URN: 131706 • London N16 9EX
Overview
- Name
- Betty Layward Primary School
- URN
- 131706
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jessica Bailey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02072497111
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Clissold Road, London N16 9EX
Summary
Betty Layward Primary School is a mixed community school located in Hackney, London, with a current enrolment of 446 pupils and a capacity of 450. The school operates as a two-form entry institution, providing a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school centres on inclusivity and the belief that education is a shared responsibility between home and school, fostering strong partnerships with families.
The curriculum at Betty Layward is broad and enriched, emphasising not only academic success but also creativity through art, sport, music, and drama. The school aims to inspire confidence and independence in its students, promoting a 'can do' attitude and problem-solving skills.
Situated near Clissold Park, the school benefits from good transport links and actively engages the local community. Betty Layward offers various extended services, including a breakfast club and after-school activities, ensuring a supportive environment for both children and their families.
The curriculum at Betty Layward is broad and enriched, emphasising not only academic success but also creativity through art, sport, music, and drama. The school aims to inspire confidence and independence in its students, promoting a 'can do' attitude and problem-solving skills.
Situated near Clissold Park, the school benefits from good transport links and actively engages the local community. Betty Layward offers various extended services, including a breakfast club and after-school activities, ensuring a supportive environment for both children and their families.
Useful links
- School Blog (other)
- School Videos (other)
- Log in (other)
- Matomo cookies (other)
- Website design by Primarysite (other)
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
- 450
- Pupils
- 446
- Boys
- 234
- Girls
- 212
- FSM %
- 14.90
- Open date
- 1999-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 446 | 234 | 212 | 450 | 14.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 442 | 231 | 211 | 450 | 11.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 434 | 233 | 201 | 450 | 11.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 434 | 233 | 201 | 450 | 11.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 434 | 226 | 208 | 450 | 10.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 446 | 238 | 208 | 450 | 8.40 |
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