Camden School for Girls
101%
Capacity
1,050
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Camden School for Girls
Camden School for Girls is a highly sought-after state secondary school for girls in Camden, and the numbers make that clear. For entry in 2025/26, the school received 582 applications for just 117 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 4.97. Of those applications, 208 were first preferences, and 105 first-preference offers were made. This level of demand suggests a strong reputation among local families, though no official parent satisfaction survey data is available in this dataset to confirm that directly. The school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Kitcatt and currently has 1,050 pupils on roll, slightly above its stated capacity of 1,040. With 28.4% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a diverse intake. In its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2022, the school was rated Good overall, with Outstanding marks for both behaviour and attitudes and sixth-form provision. Its previous inspection, back in 2007, had rated it Outstanding across the board, so the current Good rating still reflects strong performance.
Academically, Camden School for Girls performs well above the local average. Its Progress 8 score of 0.62 is significantly higher than the Camden local authority average of -0.32, placing it first out of 12 schools in the borough and in the top 25% nationally. The school’s Attainment 8 score sits at 65.4, and 88.2% of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths. The EBacc entry rate is 67.2%, with 61.3% of pupils achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above. At A-level, the school’s value-added score is 0.14, rated as above average, and students achieved an average of B+ across their best three A-levels, with 38.4% achieving at least AAB. The sixth form itself was rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and the school offers a full range of academic pathways with strong results across English, maths, and the EBacc subjects.
The school is well equipped with a wide range of facilities, including a swimming pool, astro turf, sports hall, theatre, and a dedicated sixth-form centre. Sports on offer include netball, hockey, rugby, and martial arts, while clubs range from Model UN and Debate to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and Young Enterprise. The school also provides support for a broad spectrum of SEND needs, including dyslexia, autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language communication needs, and physical disabilities. For families considering Camden School for Girls, the key takeaway is that this is a high-performing, heavily oversubscribed school that delivers strong academic outcomes across both GCSE and A-level, with a particular strength in its sixth form. It suits families who value academic rigour, a wide co-curricular offer, and a school that serves a genuinely diverse community. Given the competition for places, early and careful preparation for the admissions process is essential.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Girls |
| Address | Sandall Road, Camden Town, Camden, NW5 2DB |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Kitcatt |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 1,050 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.4% |
| School Capacity | 1,050 / 1,040 (101% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.62)
358th of 3,141
Nationally
134th of 487
In London
1st of 12
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
46.3
'22/23
44.1
'23/24
43.5
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where GCSE leavers go
2022/2375%
of GCSE leavers stay on for sixth form at this school (cohort: 114 pupils).
- School sixth form (stay)75%
- FE college18%
- Sixth form college4%
- Not sustained2%
- Employment1%
98% of leavers had a sustained destination 6 months on.
Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance, KS4 pupil destinations 2022/23 (revised). Only state-funded schools are required to report.
Where school leavers go
2022/2346%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 224 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
63%
Russell Group
67%
Top-third HE
7%
Oxford / Cambridge
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- University (HE)46%
- Employment25%
- Not sustained11%
- Further education8%
- Other education4%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
Sixth form A-level subjects
2022/23- English Literature77
- Mathematics76
- History73
- Biology48
- Chemistry45
- Art and Design (Fine Art)34
- Economics32
- Government and Politics32
- Geography27
- Physics26
- Classical Civilisation25
- Sociology19
Subjects with at least 3 entries in 2022/23. Number shown next to each subject is the number of pupils who sat that A-level exam — a rough indicator of subject popularity at this school. Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
17Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed117
582
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
208 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Above the national average (25%) — higher-disadvantage intake.
Above the national median (10%) — a meaningful share speak English as an additional language.
Ethnic background
- White British36.4%
- Mixed19.5%
- White (other)18.9%
- Asian9.9%
- Black0.5%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Better than half of schools in England.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
30
Total schools
24
Oversubscribed
21
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Camden School for Girls
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Sandall Road, Camden Town
Camden, NW5 2DB
Sandall Road, Camden Town
Camden, NW5 2DB
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