Christopher Hatton Primary School
107%
Capacity
224
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Christopher Hatton Primary School
Christopher Hatton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Camden community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 224 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Clare McBride, it falls under Camden local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 306th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 38 in Camden.
Christopher Hatton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 30 places, making it 3.1x 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), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christopher Hatton Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, Christopher Hatton 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 | 38 Laystall Street, London, Camden, EC1R 4PQ |
| Headteacher | Clare McBride |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.1% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 210 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
306th of 13,686
Nationally
71st of 1,592
In London
4th of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
90%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
94
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
38 Laystall Street, London
Camden, EC1R 4PQ
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