The City Academy, Hackney

URN: 135835 • London E9 6EA

Overview

Name
The City Academy, Hackney
URN
135835
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CITY OF LONDON ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anna Sarchet (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02085255440
Website
Visit
Address
Homerton Row, London E9 6EA

Summary

The City Academy, Hackney, is a mixed secondary academy located in London, serving approximately 1,152 students with a capacity of 1,170. Established in 2009 and supported by the City of London Academies Trust, the academy is committed to providing high-quality educational opportunities within a nurturing environment. The school's ethos is centred around clear structures, high expectations, and strong relationships, fostering a supportive community for all students.

The curriculum at The City Academy is designed around "The City Experience," which emphasizes a balanced approach to academic, creative, sporting, linguistic, and personal development. This holistic framework aims to ensure that students achieve their full potential and make exceptional progress throughout their educational journey.

The academy also places a strong emphasis on community involvement and support, encouraging students to engage in various enrichment activities. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (55.90%), The City Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that caters to the diverse needs of its student population.

Key details

LA
Hackney
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CITY OF LONDON ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1170
Pupils
1152
Boys
676
Girls
476
FSM %
55.90
Open date
2009-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1152 676 476 1170 55.90
2024-09-11 1145 649 496 1170 52.30
2023-09-11 1152 659 493 1170 52.00
2022-09-11 1152 659 493 1170 52.00
2021-09-11 1157 658 499 1170 45.70
2020-09-11 1150 652 498 1170 41.30

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