Vishnitz Girls School
Hackney, Greater London · N16 5DL
Rooted in Orthodox Jewish tradition, Vishnitz Girls School is an independent school for girls in Hackney, where faith and community life sit at the heart of the school day. With around 474 pupils, it is a sizeable presence within its tight-knit religious community, though it falls into the smaller band of secondary schools overall. Led by headteacher Mrs Leah Weiss, it caters to families seeking an education shaped firmly by their religious values. Entry is at age 11.
474
Pupils
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 474
- Location
- Hackney, Greater London
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Leah Weiss
Latest results
Attainment 8
23.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The school offers GCSEs and is inspected by the ISI. Its measured academic outcomes sit well below national benchmarks: an Attainment 8 score of 23.3 against a national average of 46.9, and no pupils recorded as achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. Parents should weigh these figures carefully and discuss with the school how its religious curriculum and priorities shape the wider educational experience.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Orthodox Jewish
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A faith-centred girls' school for families whose priority is an Orthodox Jewish education; prospective parents will want to look closely at its academic outcomes alongside its religious ethos.
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Vishnitz Girls School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Vishnitz Girls School located?
Vishnitz Girls School is located at 49 Amhurst Park, N16 5DL.
What type of school is Vishnitz Girls School?
Vishnitz Girls School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Vishnitz Girls School?
Vishnitz Girls School has approximately 474 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.