Leaways School
School summary
Leaways School is a small independent school in Hackney, with around 79 pupils on its roll. Its modest size means a close-knit community where pupils are unlikely to go unnoticed. The school is co-educational and accepts entry at age 11, taking children through to GCSE qualifications. It holds no religious character and is inspected by the ISI. Under the leadership of Head Mr Alan Thomson, the school offers an intimate alternative to the larger institutions found across Greater London.
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Teaching & academics
Pupils work towards GCSE qualifications, the focus of the school's academic provision. With so few pupils on roll, class sizes are necessarily small, allowing teaching to be tailored closely to individual needs.
Head · Mr Alan Thomson
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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A small, non-selective-feeling independent in the heart of Hackney, Leaways may suit families looking for a more personal setting than a large school can offer.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.