La Petite Ecole Bilingue
La Petite Ecole Bilingue is an independent school in Camden for pupils aged 3 to 11. It has 94 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for La Petite Ecole Bilingue is Good, from an inspection in May 2020.
Ofsted inspection: May 2020.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 22 Vicar's Road London NW5 4NL |
| Reference Number | 138777 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 94 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 58.51%
Girls: 41.49% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
La Petite Ecole Bilingue has demonstrated overall good performance across all key areas of education, including quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership. Pupils are well-prepared for secondary school, showing positive attitudes towards their learning, particularly in a bilingual setting where half of the lessons are conducted in French. The school's location allows for enriching educational experiences beyond the classroom, and parents express high satisfaction with their children's progress.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 03 Mar 2020 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Mar 2020 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Nov 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Jun 2014 | Monitoring inspection |
| 12 Dec 2013 | Monitoring inspection |
| 18 Jun 2013 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- High expectations for student learning and achievements.
- Effective bilingual education in both French and English.
- Strong emphasis on personal development with varied activities.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils.
- Effective integration of practical learning in subjects like science.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum coverage can lack depth due to content volume.
- Limited opportunities for fostering children's independence in early years.
In 2025–26, 11.7% of pupils at La Petite Ecole Bilingue were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is La Petite Ecole Bilingue's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for La Petite Ecole Bilingue is Good, from an inspection in May 2020.
When was La Petite Ecole Bilingue last inspected by Ofsted?
La Petite Ecole Bilingue was last inspected in May 2020.
How many pupils does La Petite Ecole Bilingue have?
La Petite Ecole Bilingue has 94 pupils on roll.
What age range does La Petite Ecole Bilingue cover?
La Petite Ecole Bilingue for pupils aged 3 to 11.
Where is La Petite Ecole Bilingue?
La Petite Ecole Bilingue is at 22 Vicar's Road, London, NW5 4NL.
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