Fitzjohn's Primary School
110%
Capacity
230
Pupils
9.1x
Demand
About Fitzjohn's Primary School
Fitzjohn's 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 230 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fitzjohn's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Earrey, it falls under Camden local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1748th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 38 in Camden.
Fitzjohn's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 272 applications for 30 places, making it 9.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fitzjohn's Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Gymnastics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, Fitzjohn's 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 | 86A Fitzjohn's Avenue, London, Camden, NW3 6NP |
| Headteacher | Rob Earrey |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1748th of 13,686
Nationally
405th of 1,592
In London
14th of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
32%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
79%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
272
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
86A Fitzjohn's Avenue, London
Camden, NW3 6NP
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