St Clement and St James CofE Primary School
London, W11 4PG · Kensington and Chelsea · primary school
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19th of 25 primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea we can score, 26 in total — the rest without enough published data. 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 — 7.3/10 against 1,237 of them, against 5.7/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Clement and St James CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% 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 5.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 123 pupils against a stated capacity of 150. 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 to move from the expected standard to the higher standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Clement and St James CofE Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils, families, and staff are proud to be part of a "caring community" with a "supportive and nurturing environment." Leaders have established a "strong and supportive culture," resulting in pupils who are "eager to learn" and behave "extremely well." The inspection highlights high expectations for behaviour and a curriculum that prioritises reading and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "excellent" behaviour, creating a "calm and purposeful atmosphere" where they are "ready to learn."
- Leaders provide a "well-organised and well-sequenced curriculum" that includes specialist teaching for subjects like computing and Arabic.
- Pupils make "excellent progress in learning to read," supported by well-trained staff and targeted help for those needing to catch up.
- Staff are "highly motivated" with a "restless drive for improvement," benefiting from ongoing training and a focus on well-being.
- Pupils develop independence and confidence through roles such as leading prayer circles and participating in the "courageous advocates" programme.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers select content and strategies that are "not adapted to reflect the abilities of all groups of pupils," which limits progression.
- Leaders must ensure teachers adapt their approach so that "pupils of all abilities make strong progress."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting a "strong culture of safeguarding" where staff are alert to concerns and respond swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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
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