Eleanor Palmer Primary School
100%
Capacity
237
Pupils
7.7x
Demand
About Eleanor Palmer Primary School
Eleanor Palmer 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 237 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sally Hill and Natalie Stevenson, it falls under Camden local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 974th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 38 in Camden.
Eleanor Palmer Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 224 applications for 29 places, making it 7.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Eleanor Palmer Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Drama, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, Eleanor Palmer 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 | Lupton Street, London, Camden, NW5 2JA |
| Headteacher | Sally Hill and Natalie Stevenson |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.7% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 236 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
974th of 13,686
Nationally
247th of 1,592
In London
11th of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
83%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
224
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lupton Street, London
Camden, NW5 2JA
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