West Hampstead Primary School
London, NW6 1QL · Camden · primary school
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20th 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 — 9.3/10 against 1,383 of them, against 8.4/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 41% | 3.17 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 26% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
West Hampstead Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 21.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access swimming, a breakfast club, and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 424 pupils against a stated capacity of 446. 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 are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about West Hampstead Primary School
Overview
West Hampstead Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "friendly and welcoming" environment where pupils feel safe and valued. Leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum" that supports high expectations and effective learning, particularly in early reading and mathematics. While the school maintains high standards of behaviour and safeguarding, the report notes that curriculum planning requires further development in a small number of subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite and well-mannered," with bullying being rare and children feeling confident in seeking adult support.
- Early reading is a high priority, with "highly structured" phonics sessions ensuring most pupils become fluent readers quickly.
- Pupils achieve highly in mathematics, building on prior knowledge to apply calculation and reasoning skills in complex problem-solving.
- The curriculum is effectively adapted for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they learn key knowledge and skills.
- Leaders support staff well-being effectively, ensuring staff have a "reasonable workload" and are well-trained in safeguarding.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum planning is "less well developed in a small number of subjects," specifically history and geography, where sequencing and key vocabulary are not yet fully established.
- Leaders are currently reviewing planning in these subjects to ensure pupils acquire sufficient knowledge to help them remember what they have learned.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders giving it the "highest priority" and ensuring all staff are well trained to report concerns and reduce risks to pupils’ welfare.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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