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Our Lady Roman Catholic Primary School

Our Lady Roman Catholic Primary School

Camden, NW1 0DPPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

91%

Capacity

219

Pupils

1.7x

Demand

About Our Lady Roman Catholic Primary School

Our Lady Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Camden community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

the school is led by headteacher Moya Richardson, it falls under Camden local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 1851st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 38 in Camden.

Our Lady Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Our Lady Roman Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Rounders, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Camden, Our Lady 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterRoman Catholic
AddressPratt Street, London, Camden, NW1 0DP
HeadteacherMoya Richardson
Local AuthorityCamden
Number of Pupils219
Free School Meals (FSM)69.4%
School Capacity219 / 240 (91% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

19 Apr 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Improved
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)

1851st of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

428th of 1,592

In London

Top 50%

15th of 38

In Camden

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

78%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:88%
Higher:22%
Writing
Expected:80%
Higher:15%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:83%
Higher:22%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +15%

'22/23

63%

'23/24

78%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning DifficultySevere LearningMulti-Sensory

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Art StudiosGymnasiumMusic RoomsICT SuiteSensory RoomSports HallOutdoor PlaygroundChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

SwimmingGymnasticsRoundersAthleticsCricket

Clubs & Activities

DramaChoirFilm ClubChess

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

52

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.7x
0x1x2x3x5x+

25 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady Roman Catholic Primary School

Our Lady Roman Catholic Primary School has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

02074857997www.ourladys.camden.sch.uk/

Pratt Street, London

Camden, NW1 0DP

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Pratt Street, London

Camden, NW1 0DP

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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