Kensington & Chelsea Teaching Jobs
About Kensington & Chelsea
Kensington & Chelsea is the smallest borough in London, but also one of the most densely populated. This affluent area is known for its listed buildings, shopping, and the famed Notting Hill Carnival. It is home to Kensington Palace, the residence of the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge and the world-famous Science and Natural History Museums!
Kensington & Chelsea in numbers:
- Kensington Palace has been a residence of the royal family since the 17th Century
- The borough has 12 London Underground stations
- Kensington & Chelsea is the 4th most densely populated district in England
Teaching in Kensington & Chelsea
- There are 36 schools in Kensington & Chelsea, not including independent schools
- Of these schools, there are 28 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 2 special schools
- 21 schools in the borough have Ofsted ratings of “Outstanding”, 13 are “Good” and none are listed as “Requires Improvement” or “Inadequate”
Why choose teaching jobs in Kensington & Chelsea
The London borough of Kensington & Chelsea is a difficult one to get a job in, in part because the schools maintain an extremely high standard in respect to behaviour and exam results. However, teachers working in the borough will have access to some of the best resources and the options for school trips are numerous. Living in the borough gives you access to the city within just a few minutes, and teachers living in the area will also benefit from numerous famous bars and restaurants.