Kings Cross Academy
URN: 140686 • London N1C 4BT
Overview
- Name
- Kings Cross Academy
- URN
- 140686
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- KING'S CROSS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stephen Mitchell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02075040533
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Plimsoll Building, London N1C 4BT
Summary
King’s Cross Academy is a mixed primary and nursery school located in Camden, London, catering to 388 pupils aged 4 to 11. Opened in September 2015, the school is situated in the modern Plimsoll Building and is part of the ongoing regeneration of the King’s Cross area. The academy aims to provide a supportive and creative learning environment, fostering both academic and personal development in its students.
The curriculum at King’s Cross Academy is broad and balanced, incorporating innovative teaching methods and technology. A unique aspect of the school is its partnership with the Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children, which allows pupils to learn British Sign Language. The school also prioritises physical education and offers access to various outdoor spaces, including a secure playground and nearby parks.
King’s Cross Academy operates an extended school day, featuring a breakfast club and after-school services, ensuring that families have flexible options. With a commitment to nurturing the whole child, the academy focuses on developing students academically, socially, and emotionally, while actively engaging with the local community.
The curriculum at King’s Cross Academy is broad and balanced, incorporating innovative teaching methods and technology. A unique aspect of the school is its partnership with the Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children, which allows pupils to learn British Sign Language. The school also prioritises physical education and offers access to various outdoor spaces, including a secure playground and nearby parks.
King’s Cross Academy operates an extended school day, featuring a breakfast club and after-school services, ensuring that families have flexible options. With a commitment to nurturing the whole child, the academy focuses on developing students academically, socially, and emotionally, while actively engaging with the local community.
Useful links
- Governing Body (governance)
- Letter from the Chair (governance)
- The Trust (governance)
- Special Educational Needs & Disability (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- Headteacher’s Welcome (other)
- Policies & Information (other)
- Our School (other)
- Our Vision & Values (other)
- Academy Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Camden
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- KING'S CROSS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 446
- Pupils
- 388
- Boys
- 205
- Girls
- 183
- FSM %
- 48.40
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 388 | 205 | 183 | 446 | 48.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 373 | 206 | 167 | 446 | 45.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 413 | 216 | 197 | 446 | 38.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 413 | 216 | 197 | 446 | 38.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 373 | 198 | 175 | 446 | 34.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 317 | 163 | 154 | 446 | 23.60 |
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