Torriano Primary School
London, NW5 2SJ · Camden · primary school
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7th 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 1,710 of them, against 8.9/10 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 | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Torriano 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 18.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Daily Mile, swimming, boccia and wheelchair basketball. Trips include visits to the British Museum, Thomas Heatherwick Design Studio, Google, Hampstead Heath, Camley Street Natural Park, The Place Theatre and The Emirates Stadium. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 450 pupils against a stated capacity of 459. 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 support is available for children with additional needs during the Daily Mile? How does the school manage transitions for pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Torriano Primary School
Overview
Torriano Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, providing a positive culture where pupils are ‘delighted to be a part of this school’. The institution successfully nurtures ‘knowledgeable learners’ who achieve exceptionally well, particularly in reading, writing, and mathematics, while fostering an inclusive environment where children feel safe and valued.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious’, ‘well considered’, and ‘carefully arranged’, ensuring new concepts build seamlessly on previous learning.
- Teaching is ‘delivered exceptionally well’, supported by staff with ‘strong subject knowledge’ and effective use of models and vocabulary.
- Early reading is a priority, with expert phonics instruction ensuring the ‘vast majority of pupils are reading fluently by the end of Year 2’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified promptly and receive ‘high-quality support’ to learn the curriculum well.
- The school offers rich opportunities for pupils to engage with the wider world, including community projects and educational visits such as a trip to Paris.
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 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.
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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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