Emmanuel Church of England Primary School
London, NW6 1TF · Camden · primary school
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15th of 38 primary schools in Camden we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.6/10 against 4,083 of them, against 9.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 87.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.82 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Emmanuel Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 20.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Musical Theatre, Choir, Creative Writing, Robotics, Coding, and Street Dance clubs. Sports options include Netball, Football, Karate, and Gymnastics. Art, Drama, and Chess clubs are also available. Both breakfast and after-school clubs operate to support families.
Getting in
The published school roll is 233 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 curriculum support pupils who reach the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the Robotics Club?
What Ofsted said about Emmanuel Church of England Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms the school remains ‘good’, with evidence suggesting it could achieve ‘outstanding’ if a graded inspection were conducted now. The school is described as a nurturing community where pupils are encouraged to ‘develop their full potential’ and show ‘empathy and consideration for others’. Leaders maintain high expectations, resulting in pupils producing work of ‘very high quality’ and achieving well across subjects.
Strengths
- Reading is a ‘top priority’, with staff implementing phonics ‘with precision’ to ensure pupils become ‘fluent readers’.
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious and well-designed’, breaking down knowledge so pupils can ‘tackle more complex ideas’ with confidence.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are ‘swiftly identified’ and receive appropriate help to ‘fully access the curriculum’.
- Pupils’ ‘wider development is exceptional’, fostering social and moral understanding through roles such as school councillors and ‘well-being champions’.
- Behaviour is ‘excellent’ and attendance is high, driven by pupils who are ‘very motivated to come to school’.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| 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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