Avondale Park Primary School
70%
Capacity
293
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Avondale Park Primary School
Avondale Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kensington and Chelsea community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 293 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Avondale Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben McMullen, it falls under Kensington and Chelsea local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10829th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 25 in Kensington and Chelsea.
Avondale Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Avondale Park Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, Avondale Park Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sirdar Road, London, Kensington and Chelsea, W11 4EE |
| Headteacher | Ben McMullen |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Number of Pupils | 293 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.8% |
| School Capacity | 293 / 420 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10829th of 13,686
Nationally
1468th of 1,592
In London
23rd of 25
In Kensington and Chelsea
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sirdar Road, London
Kensington and Chelsea, W11 4EE
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