Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Kensington and Chelsea 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 75 schools across Kensington and Chelsea. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

27%

Outstanding rate

75.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Golborne & Maxilla Nursery School Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
🥈	Chelsea Open Air Nursery School Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	Glendower Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
4.	Bassett House School Not applicable	—	95	View school
5.	Sussex House School Not applicable	—	95	View school
6.	Wetherby School Not applicable	—	95	View school
7.	Garden House School Not applicable	—	95	View school
8.	Pembridge Hall School Not applicable	—	95	View school
9.	Instituto Espanol Canada Blanch Not applicable	—	95	View school
10.	Southbank International School Kensington Not applicable	—	95	View school
11.	Francis Holland Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
12.	Notting Hill Prep School Not applicable	—	95	View school
13.	Thomas Jones Primary School Primary	Outstanding	94	View school
14.	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	94	View school
15.	The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School Secondary	Outstanding	94	View school
16.	Fox Primary School Primary	Outstanding	93	View school
17.	Servite RC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	93	View school
18.	Colville Primary School Primary	Outstanding	91	View school
19.	Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	89	View school
20.	Christ Church CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	85	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Kensington and Chelsea?

There are 75 primary & secondary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, of which 20 (27%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Kensington and Chelsea?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Kensington and Chelsea is Golborne & Maxilla Nursery School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Kensington and Chelsea?

Primary and secondary school applications in Kensington and Chelsea are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Kensington and Chelsea council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Kensington and Chelsea?

27% of primary & secondary schools in Kensington and Chelsea are rated Outstanding and 36% are rated Good. 64% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.