Northwold Primary School

About Northwold Primary School

Northwold Primary School is an inclusive two-form entry school in the culturally diverse London Borough of Hackney. We are housed in a four-storey Victorian listed building which has been a school for over 104 years. We serve a multi-ethnic community and provide an exciting, supportive and challenging environment which enables all children to reach their highest level of achievement in all aspects of their school lives.

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Key Facts

Founded 1922

Students 60

Head/Principal Bronwen Chalmers

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 22 responses • 7.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

90.9% positive 9.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

95.5% positive 4.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

86.4% positive 13.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

77.3% positive 9.1% negative

My child does well at this school

95.5% positive 4.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 22 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

14.0

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

65.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily B

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"An Outstanding School Experience"

Northwold Primary School is an absolute gem! I have been impressed by the school's commitment to inclusivity and diversity, and the way they cater to the individual needs of every child. My child thrives in this supportive environment and loves the wide range of extracurricular activities on offer.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Katy D

Parent Jun 15, 2021

5.0

"Exemplary Leadership"

I am so grateful to have sent my child to Northwold Primary School. The school's leadership team is exceptional, and the values they instill in the children are second to none. My child has grown into a confident and capable young person, and I attribute much of this to the guidance and support they received at Northwold.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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David H

Parent Jan 1, 2020

4.0

"A Good, But Not Outstanding, Experience"

My child attended Northwold Primary School a few years ago, and while I had some reservations during their time there, I can see that the school has made significant improvements since then. The facilities are excellent, and the teachers are dedicated and passionate about their work. However, I did feel that the school could do more to engage with parents and foster a sense of community.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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