Heathbrook Primary School
London, SW8 3EH · Lambeth · primary school
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23rd of 56 primary schools in Lambeth we can score, 58 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.5/10 against 1,893 of them, against 7.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Heathbrook Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join percussion, songwriting, and choir clubs, or learn violin, guitar, flute, clarinet, trumpet, or keyboard. They attend the Lambeth Music Festival, Country Show, BrightSparks concerts, and Primary Proms. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 339 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the orchestra or choirs? How does the school manage transitions for pupils moving between infant and junior stages?
What Ofsted said about Heathbrook Primary School
Overview
Heathbrook Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a “friendly and welcoming school” where pupils are “happy, kept safe and are valued.” Leaders remain highly ambitious, and the school continues to provide a broad curriculum with exceptional early years provision.
Strengths
- Early years provision is “exceptional,” with staff skilled in promoting effective language and mathematics learning in a “language-rich and stimulating environment.”
- Reading is a key priority; phonics is taught accurately from the start, and pupils who fall behind receive interventions that help them “catch up quickly.”
- The school responds positively to pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), identifying needs swiftly and adapting learning to ensure they “achieve well.”
- Teachers have “strong subject knowledge” and regularly check understanding, helping pupils make “strong progress in most subjects.”
- Pupils benefit from extensive enrichment opportunities, including outdoor learning, sports, and creative activities, preparing them to be “responsible and active citizens.”
Areas to improve
- The new behaviour policy is not implemented consistently, leading to learning disruptions and pupils remaining “off task.”
- Strategies to support pupils with attendance issues do not always address specific barriers swiftly enough, resulting in persistent absence.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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