West Hampstead Primary School
92%
Capacity
409
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About West Hampstead Primary School
West Hampstead Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Camden community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 409 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Hampstead Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samuel Drake, it falls under Camden local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5685th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 38 in Camden.
West Hampstead Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 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 West Hampstead Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, West Hampstead 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Dornfell Street, London, Camden, NW6 1QL |
| Headteacher | Samuel Drake |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.8% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 446 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5685th of 13,686
Nationally
998th of 1,592
In London
31st of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
66%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
141
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 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.
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Contact Information
Dornfell Street, London
Camden, NW6 1QL
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