Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
5.8x
Demand
About Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Kensington and Chelsea community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher A Steinart, 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 133rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 25 in Kensington and Chelsea.
Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 29 places, making it 5.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 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 Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Art Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, Oratory Roman Catholic 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Bury Walk, Chelsea, London, Kensington and Chelsea, SW3 6QH |
| Headteacher | A Steinart |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.5% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (93%)
133rd of 13,686
Nationally
29th of 1,592
In London
2nd 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
33%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
169
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Bury Walk, Chelsea, London
Kensington and Chelsea, SW3 6QH
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