St Paul's Church of England Primary School
89%
Capacity
187
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About St Paul's Church of England Primary School
St Paul's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Camden community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Paul's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clive Hale, it falls under Camden local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2306th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 38 in Camden.
St Paul's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 30 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Paul's Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, St Paul's Church of England 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 | Elsworthy Road, London, Camden, NW3 3DS |
| Headteacher | Clive Hale |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.6% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jan 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2306th of 13,686
Nationally
501st of 1,592
In London
18th of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
77%
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
8Facilities 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
106
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Elsworthy Road, London
Camden, NW3 3DS
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