St Thomas' CofE Primary School
83%
Capacity
197
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About St Thomas' CofE Primary School
St Thomas' CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kensington and Chelsea community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Bouette, it falls under Kensington and Chelsea local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6451st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 25 in Kensington and Chelsea.
St Thomas' CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 15 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
St Thomas' CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (44 responses).
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 Thomas' CofE Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Tennis, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, St Thomas' 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Appleford Road, London, Kensington and Chelsea, W10 5EF |
| Headteacher | Sarah Bouette |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.1% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 236 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6451st of 13,686
Nationally
1098th of 1,592
In London
18th of 25
In Kensington and Chelsea
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
44 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
48
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas' CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Appleford Road, London
Kensington and Chelsea, W10 5EF
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