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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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