St Clement Danes CofE Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Clement Danes CofE Primary School
St Clement Danes CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Westminster community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Patricia Coxhead, it falls under Westminster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 91% 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 256th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 31 in Westminster.
St Clement Danes CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
St Clement Danes CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (81 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Clement Danes CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westminster, St Clement Danes CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | 118 Drury Lane, LONDON, Westminster, WC2B 5SU |
| Headteacher | Patricia Coxhead |
| Local Authority | Westminster |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.0% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (91%)
256th of 13,686
Nationally
60th of 1,592
In London
5th of 31
In Westminster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
91%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
91%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
81 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Clement Danes CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
118 Drury Lane, LONDON
Westminster, WC2B 5SU
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