Rosary Catholic Primary School
London, NW3 2AE · Camden · primary school
Check the area around this school
22nd 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 — 9.4/10 against 1,335 of them, against 8.3/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 32.0 · 99 | 25% | 2.47 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rosary Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 32.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend an October Gallery trip and can join both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 279 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 who are not yet meeting the expected 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 Rosary Catholic Primary School
Overview
Rosary Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "warm and caring" environment where pupils are "happy and safe." Leaders maintain high expectations for achievement and work closely with pupils to implement agreed changes, such as creating a well-being room.
Strengths
- The approach to teaching phonics is "embedded securely," with daily instruction and extra support ensuring pupils gain the skills to "read fluently."
- Leaders have devised a "high-quality curriculum" that effectively sequences knowledge, helping pupils build on prior learning, particularly in mathematics.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "effective help and support," allowing them to learn alongside their peers.
- Pupils behave sensibly and are "enthusiastic about learning," remaining engaged and attentive so that teaching is uninterrupted.
- The governing body works with leaders to support staff well-being and manage workloads, while also providing wider opportunities for pupils’ broader development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must implement plans to ensure subject knowledge is "sequenced well across all subjects," as some pupils currently have gaps or struggle to connect prior learning to new knowledge in a few areas.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders and staff receiving regular training and following up concerns appropriately to ensure pupils receive suitable help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of NW3 2AE, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT