Edith Neville Primary School
86%
Capacity
204
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Edith Neville Primary School
Edith Neville 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 204 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Ruby Nasser, it falls under Camden local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4285th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 38 in Camden.
Edith Neville Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Edith Neville Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, Edith Neville 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 | 85 Polygon Road, London, Camden, NW1 1HQ |
| Headteacher | Ruby Nasser |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.2% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 236 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4285th of 13,686
Nationally
809th of 1,592
In London
27th of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
70%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
85 Polygon Road, London
Camden, NW1 1HQ
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