Argyle Primary School
London, WC1H 9EG · Camden · primary school
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21st of 38 primary schools in Camden we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.6/10 against 269 of them, against 8.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Argyle Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 11.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, cricket, and swimming, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 269 pupils against a stated capacity of 432. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Argyle Primary School
Overview
Argyle Primary School is described as a place where the well-being of staff, pupils, and families is central, with leaders providing a "wealth of experiences" through the ‘Argyle Adventure’. The report highlights that pupils behave well, feel safe, and are "keen to learn," while the curriculum is "well designed" to support long-term retention. Personal development is noted as "exceptional," with a strong emphasis on respect, tolerance, and equality.
Strengths
- Provision for pupils’ personal development is "exceptional," with values such as respecting others with differing beliefs taught meaningfully.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "well designed," routinely supporting pupils to "remember more over time."
- Reading is a priority from Nursery, with a phonics programme that helps pupils "quickly learn to read fluently."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well, with learning broken down into "manageable steps."
- Staff well-being is prioritised, with leaders providing training that contributes to staff feeling "well supported in their work."
Areas to improve
- Teachers should check what pupils have remembered before moving on to new ideas, as misconceptions can "go unnoticed and persist."
- Staff should consistently correct pupils when they pronounce sounds inaccurately during reading to ensure greater fluency and confidence.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with policies kept up to date, thorough staff training, and quick identification of pupils who may be at risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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