Leaways School
Leaways School is a specialist day and residential school providing a nurturing, child-centred environment for autistic children and those with social, emotional and mental health needs.
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Our take
Independent co-ed school in Hackney for ages 7–17.
- Children aged 7–17.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
About the head
“Dream, Believe, Achieve”
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
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other
Facilities
sports
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academic
wellbeing
Recent coverage
Leaways School recently celebrated Mental Health Awareness Week in May 2026, emphasizing student well-being through various activities. Year 10 students participated in an educational trip to Heathrow Terminal 5, while Year 9 and 10 explored career opportunities in the railway industry. Additionally, the school hosted a visit from Premier League striker Ashley Barnes, enhancing student engagement with sports.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 15 Nov 2025 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Inspection
Ofsted — 16 May 2023
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-26
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Leaways School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Leaways School best for?+
Independent co-ed school in Hackney for ages 7–17.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at referrals@kedlestongroup.com or phone on 0800 024 6985; 0203 823 3030. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Leaways School — see the "Schools like Leaways School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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