Pimlico Primary
89%
Capacity
374
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Pimlico Primary
Pimlico Primary is a state-funded None primary school serving the Westminster community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 374 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Anna-Maria O'Toole, it falls under Westminster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2755th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 31 in Westminster.
Pimlico Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 30 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Pimlico Primary parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (49 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 Pimlico Primary include Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cross Country, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westminster, Pimlico Primary 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 | None |
| Address | Lupus Street, London, Westminster, SW1V 3AT |
| Headteacher | Anna-Maria O'Toole |
| Local Authority | Westminster |
| Number of Pupils | 374 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.4% |
| School Capacity | 374 / 420 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2755th of 13,686
Nationally
584th of 1,592
In London
17th of 31
In Westminster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
49 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pimlico Primary
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Lupus Street, London
Westminster, SW1V 3AT
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