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Waterside Academy

London · Hackney · E8 4DL. secondary · Free schools · State-funded · Ages 11 to 16. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Published snapshot

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Ofsted overall
Good
KS2 RWM expected
—
Attainment 8
44.6
English & maths 9–4
62%

Ofsted publication date: 24/03/2022. Open Ofsted report

Common questions

Short factual answers from published data — use the compare tool and a visit for fit, not tables alone.

What is Waterside Academy's Ofsted rating?

Waterside Academy has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 24/03/2022). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

What are Waterside Academy's GCSE outcomes?

Published Attainment 8 is 44.6. English and maths 9–4: 62%. Use alongside inspection excerpts and visits — tables alone do not show everyday teaching.

Where is Waterside Academy?

Waterside Academy is in London (E8 4DL), Hackney. URN 147653.

How do I compare Waterside Academy with nearby schools?

Open School Compass with Waterside Academy shortlisted, enter your home postcode, tick two to four neighbours, then compare side by side and print a visit pack. School Compass is parental compare — patterns to visit on, not a ranked verdict.

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Waterside Academy
URN: 147653
Local authority: Hackney
Town: London
Postcode: E8 4DL
Ofsted overall: Good (24/03/2022)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-09-24
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/147653/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

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