Rosary Catholic Primary School
84%
Capacity
301
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Rosary Catholic Primary School
Rosary Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Camden community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 301 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rosary Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sophie Kennedy, it falls under Camden local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4638th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 38 in Camden.
Rosary Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 46 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
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 Rosary Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Coding, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, Rosary Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | 238 Haverstock Hill, London, Camden, NW3 2AE |
| Headteacher | Sophie Kennedy |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 301 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.4% |
| School Capacity | 301 / 360 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4638th of 13,686
Nationally
851st of 1,592
In London
29th of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
69%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed46
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
238 Haverstock Hill, London
Camden, NW3 2AE
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