Fox Primary School
Fox Primary School is a community school in Kensington And Chelsea for pupils aged 4 to 11. It has 418 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Fox Primary School is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2023. In 2025, 91% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Ofsted inspection: November 2023. KS2 results: 2025.
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Fox Primary School Kensington Place London W8 7PP |
| Phone | 02077277637 |
| Reference Number | 100482 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 418 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.09%
Girls: 51.91% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 76.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.9 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25 | 35 | 60 |
| 2 | 28 | 32 | 60 |
| 3 | 36 | 22 | 58 |
| 4 | 21 | 39 | 60 |
| 5 | 29 | 31 | 60 |
| 6 | 30 | 30 | 60 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, Other | 37.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 15.8% |
| White, British | 15.3% |
| White & Asian | 4.1% |
| Indian | 3.3% |
| Chinese | 2.6% |
| Unclassified | 2.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.9% |
| African | 1.9% |
| Asian, Other | 1.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.2% |
| Caribbean | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
Fox Primary School has been awarded an outstanding overall effectiveness rating in its first routine inspection since 2009. The school has maintained its high standards and commitment to excellence in education, showing a relentless focus on providing quality learning experiences for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school fosters a strong sense of community, with parents actively involved and students displaying exemplary behavior and passion for learning. The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured, allowing students to develop essential knowledge and skills over time.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 11 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2023 | School inspection: |
| 27 Jun 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 21 Oct 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Dec 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional quality of education across all domains.
- Strong leadership with high expectations for all pupils.
- Highly effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Engaged and motivated pupils with exemplary behavior.
- Broad range of extracurricular activities and clubs.
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics from early years.
- Robust staff development and well-being programs.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 91% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 42% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 111 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 112 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.8 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Writing | 6.1 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 5.4 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
How many students meet the standards
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| Second Preference | 66 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 42 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 92 | 4 |
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What is Fox Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Fox Primary School is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2023.
When was Fox Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?
Fox Primary School was last inspected in November 2023.
How many pupils does Fox Primary School have?
Fox Primary School has 418 pupils on roll.
What age range does Fox Primary School cover?
Fox Primary School for pupils aged 4 to 11.
What are Fox Primary School's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 91% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is Fox Primary School?
Fox Primary School is at Fox Primary School, Kensington Place, London, W8 7PP.