Primrose Hill School
89%
Capacity
429
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Primrose Hill School
Primrose Hill School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Camden community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 429 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 483 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Primrose Hill School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Liam Frost, it falls under Camden local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8306th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 38 in Camden.
Primrose Hill School is a popular choice with families — it received 161 applications for 58 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Primrose Hill School include Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, Primrose Hill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Princess Road, London, Camden, NW1 8JL |
| Headteacher | Liam Frost |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 429 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.5% |
| School Capacity | 429 / 483 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8306th of 13,686
Nationally
1292nd of 1,592
In London
35th of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
161
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Princess Road, London
Camden, NW1 8JL
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