Hafs Academy
Hafs Academy is an independent school in Newham for pupils aged 7 to 16. It has 77 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Hafs Academy is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in November 2025. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 38.1, and 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: November 2025. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 7-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Unit 3 26 Maryland Road Stratford London E15 1JW |
| Phone | 02085554260 |
| Reference Number | 138801 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 77 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Hafs Academy has shown progress since its previous inspection, moving from an inadequate rating to requiring improvement overall. The school offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where pupils enjoy attending and develop positive relationships with staff. The curriculum has been redesigned to better align with national expectations and teachers possess strong subject knowledge. However, there are gaps in pupils' understanding due to inconsistent checks on their learning and opportunities to deepen knowledge. Special educational needs support is effective, allowing those students to thrive, but leadership and management still need to refine their strategies to ensure consistency in educational quality.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Sep 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 16 Oct 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 19 Sep 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 06 Oct 2022 | Additional inspection |
| 30 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 08 Dec 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 19 Sep 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 11 Dec 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Jun 2018 | Additional inspection |
| 02 Oct 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 29 Nov 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Apr 2016 | Additional inspection |
| 11 Nov 2014 | Monitoring inspection |
| 25 Jun 2013 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy attending a welcoming and inclusive school.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils promote safety.
- Broad curriculum alongside daily Islamic studies.
- High expectations for pupil achievement.
- Strong subject knowledge among teachers.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- High attendance levels supported by strong partnerships with parents.
- Thoughtful personal development programme.
Areas for Improvement
- Lack of routine checks on pupils' understanding leading to gaps in knowledge.
- Inconsistent depth of activities in lessons prevents mastery of subject matter.
- Need for clearer strategic plans from leadership to ensure quality in education.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 38.1 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 37.5% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 37.5% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Hafs Academy were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% 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 Hafs Academy's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Hafs Academy is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in November 2025.
When was Hafs Academy last inspected by Ofsted?
Hafs Academy was last inspected in November 2025.
How many pupils does Hafs Academy have?
Hafs Academy has 77 pupils on roll.
What age range does Hafs Academy cover?
Hafs Academy for pupils aged 7 to 16.
What are Hafs Academy's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 38.1, and 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Hafs Academy?
Hafs Academy is at Unit 3, 26 Maryland Road, Stratford, London, E15 1JW.