Rhyl Community Primary School
85%
Capacity
392
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Rhyl Community Primary School
Rhyl Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Camden community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 392 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Don McGibbon, it falls under Camden local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3557th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 38 in Camden.
Rhyl Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 60 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Rhyl Community Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 65.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, Rhyl Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Rhyl Street, London, Camden, NW5 3HB |
| Headteacher | Don McGibbon |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 392 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 65.1% |
| School Capacity | 392 / 459 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3557th of 13,686
Nationally
717th of 1,592
In London
25th of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
72%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
85
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rhyl Street, London
Camden, NW5 3HB
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