Kings Road Primary School
88%
Capacity
391
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Kings Road Primary School
Kings Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chelmsford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 391 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 445 places).
Ofsted has rated Kings Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Riches, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6841st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 41 in Chelmsford.
Kings Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 44 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Kings Road Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (67 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kings Road Primary School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chelmsford, Kings Road Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | Kings Road, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, CM1 2BB |
| Headteacher | Karen Riches |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 391 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.2% |
| School Capacity | 391 / 445 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6841st of 13,686
Nationally
735th of 1,612
In East of England
24th of 41
In Chelmsford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
67 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kings Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Kings Road, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM1 2BB
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