Richard Cobden Primary School
90%
Capacity
379
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Richard Cobden Primary School
Richard Cobden Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Camden community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 379 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Ruby Nasser, it falls under Camden 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 2704th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 38 in Camden.
Richard Cobden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 49 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Richard Cobden Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (18 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Richard Cobden Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, Richard Cobden 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 | Camden Street, London, Camden, NW1 0LL |
| Headteacher | Ruby Nasser |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 379 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.9% |
| School Capacity | 379 / 420 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2704th of 13,686
Nationally
579th of 1,592
In London
22nd of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
18 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 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
Camden Street, London
Camden, NW1 0LL
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