Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School
57%
Capacity
179
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School
Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Kensington and Chelsea community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 179 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Kathleen Williams, it falls under Kensington and Chelsea local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 434th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 25 in Kensington and Chelsea.
Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (48 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, Saint Francis of Assisi 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 | Treadgold Street, London, Kensington and Chelsea, W11 4BJ |
| Headteacher | Kathleen Williams |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Number of Pupils | 179 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.9% |
| School Capacity | 179 / 315 (57% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
434th of 13,686
Nationally
103rd of 1,592
In London
6th of 25
In Kensington and Chelsea
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Treadgold Street, London
Kensington and Chelsea, W11 4BJ
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