Hackney schools

Holiday activities and food programme

Over the December holidays, we are teaming up with schools, sports activity providers and community services to offer exciting activities as part of the Holiday and Activities Food Programme

Protect your child from illnesses this winter

Join our specialist panel of local doctors and health professionals on 24 January 2023

Scarlet fever / Streptococcus A

Information about Scarlet fever / Streptococcus A and what to do if your child is unwell

School and setting closures

Find out if schools are closed, for example because of weather conditions

Pupil benefits

Apply for free school meals, clothing grant and help with travel costs

Home learning and wellbeing resources

Resources and activities to support home learning and wellbeing

Consultations

Public consultations relating to Hackney schools and settings

Response to Child Q

Hackney Education response to issues raised by the Child Q incident and action being taken by the Council and schools

Child protection

What to do if you are concerned about a child's welfare, but remember you must always phone 999 in an emergency

Complaints procedure

Who to contact and what to do if you have a complaint about a school in Hackney

Supervised medication

Pupils who need to take their medicines in school must have written permission and instructions from their parent, guardian and/or GP

Children in care

Local authorities have a duty to promote the educational achievement of children in care

Attendance

Every child is entitled to an education. Find out what the law says about school attendance and authorised or unauthorised absences

Holidays in term time

You can only take your child out of school during term time if you apply to the head teacher in advance and there are exceptional circumstances

Pupil records

A pupil's educational record includes their academic achievements, other skills and abilities, pupil reports, and communications from teachers or other LEA employees