Oxford Gardens Primary School
54%
Capacity
225
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Oxford Gardens Primary School
Oxford Gardens Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kensington and Chelsea community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 225 pupils on roll, operating at 54% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oxford Gardens Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lauren Potter, it falls under Kensington and Chelsea local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9318th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 25 in Kensington and Chelsea.
Oxford Gardens Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 28 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Oxford Gardens Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 parents).
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 Oxford Gardens Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Chess, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, Oxford Gardens 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 | Oxford Gardens, London, Kensington and Chelsea, W10 6NF |
| Headteacher | Lauren Potter |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Number of Pupils | 225 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.8% |
| School Capacity | 225 / 420 (54% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9318th of 13,686
Nationally
1362nd of 1,592
In London
22nd of 25
In Kensington and Chelsea
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oxford Gardens, London
Kensington and Chelsea, W10 6NF
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