Fox Primary School
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
5.8x
Demand
About Fox Primary School
Fox Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kensington and Chelsea community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Emma Madden, it falls under Kensington and Chelsea local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 93% 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 128th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 25 in Kensington and Chelsea.
Fox Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 336 applications for 58 places, making it 5.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 164 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fox Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, Fox 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fox Primary School , Kensington Place, London, Kensington and Chelsea, W8 7PP |
| Headteacher | Emma Madden |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (93%)
128th of 13,686
Nationally
28th of 1,592
In London
1st of 25
In Kensington and Chelsea
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
93%
Expected Standard
48%
Higher Standard
'22/23
93%
'23/24
93%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
336
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
164 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fox Primary School , Kensington Place, London
Kensington and Chelsea, W8 7PP
Fox Primary School , Kensington Place, London
Kensington and Chelsea, W8 7PP
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