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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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Overview & data

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

GCSE

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.