St Agatha's Catholic Primary School
82%
Capacity
346
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About St Agatha's Catholic Primary School
St Agatha's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Kingston upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 346 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Agatha's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Cahill, it falls under Kingston upon Thames 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 3577th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 27 in Kingston upon Thames.
St Agatha's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 38 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Agatha's Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Thames, St Agatha's 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 | St Agatha's Drive, Kingston upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 5TY |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Cahill |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 346 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 346 / 420 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 May 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3577th of 13,686
Nationally
720th of 1,592
In London
13th of 27
In Kingston upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
129
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Agatha's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
St Agatha's Drive, Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames, KT2 5TY
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