Leaways School
Leaways School is an independent special school in Hackney for pupils aged 7 to 18. It has 72 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Leaways School is Expected standard, from an inspection in September 2026.
Ofsted inspection: September 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 18 Theydon Road Clapton London E5 9NZ |
| Phone | 02088154030 |
| Reference Number | 137808 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 72 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 90.28%
Girls: 9.72% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Expected standard |
| > Leadership & Governance | Strong standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Strong standard |
| > Achievement | Expected standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Strong standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Expected standard |
| > Inclusion | Strong standard |
| Last Report Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 May 2026 | Standard inspection |
| 16 May 2023 | Standard inspection |
| 18 Mar 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 26 Apr 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 09 Oct 2018 | Standard inspection |
| 01 Dec 2015 | Standard inspection |
| 28 Nov 2012 | Standard inspection |
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Leaways School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Leaways School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Leaways School is Expected standard, from an inspection in September 2026.
When was Leaways School last inspected by Ofsted?
Leaways School was last inspected in September 2026.
How many pupils does Leaways School have?
Leaways School has 72 pupils on roll.
What age range does Leaways School cover?
Leaways School for pupils aged 7 to 18.
Where is Leaways School?
Leaways School is at 18 Theydon Road, Clapton, London, E5 9NZ.
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