The City Academy, Hackney
The City Academy, Hackney is a secondary located in Hackney, E9 6EA. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 19. It currently has approximately 1,145 pupils on roll.
The City Academy, Hackney is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 19
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Hackney
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1170
Number of Pupils: 1145
Number of Boys: 649
Number of Girls: 496
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 52.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-04
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Outstanding
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-06-14
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Sarchet
Phone: 02085255440
Website: https://www.thecityacademyhackney.org
Location: Homerton Row, Hackney
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The City Academy, Hackney
What is the Ofsted rating of The City Academy, Hackney?
The City Academy, Hackney has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The City Academy, Hackney admit?
The City Academy, Hackney admits pupils from age 11 to 19.
Is The City Academy, Hackney a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The City Academy, Hackney is a mixed school.
What type of school is The City Academy, Hackney?
The City Academy, Hackney is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near The City Academy, Hackney?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The City Academy, Hackney on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near The City Academy, Hackney?
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