Park Walk Primary School
79%
Capacity
186
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Park Walk Primary School
Park Walk 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 186 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Park Walk Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Webster, it falls under Kensington and Chelsea local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 91% 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 243rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 25 in Kensington and Chelsea.
Park Walk Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 30 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Park Walk Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, Park Walk 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 | Park Walk, Chelsea, London, Kensington and Chelsea, SW10 0AY |
| Headteacher | Kate Webster |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.2% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 236 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Feb 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (91%)
243rd of 13,686
Nationally
55th of 1,592
In London
4th of 25
In Kensington and Chelsea
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
91%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
91%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
93
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Walk, Chelsea, London
Kensington and Chelsea, SW10 0AY
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