Henry Fawcett Primary School
London, SE11 5BZ · Lambeth · primary school
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46th 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 — 5.4/10 against 613 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Henry Fawcett Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 183 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Henry Fawcett Primary School
Overview
The inspection found that Henry Fawcett Primary School provides a "Good" quality of education, with "equally high expectations of all pupils." Leaders have successfully refined the curriculum to deepen subject knowledge and writing skills, while fostering a respectful and safe environment where pupils are encouraged to contribute to the school community.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with leaders ensuring all subjects are "prioritised equally" and key knowledge builds cumulatively.
- Pupils are "polite, courteous and respectful," and staff effectively encourage them to discuss ideas and expand their knowledge.
- Reading is taught systematically, with a strong focus on developing pupils’ "love of reading" and providing quick support for those needing help with fluency.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "quickly identified" and receive tailored support to access the "ambitious curriculum."
- The personal development curriculum is "carefully designed and relevant," covering topics such as personal finance and healthy eating.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the sequence of knowledge and skills is "not as well ordered," and teaching occasionally moves on before pupils’ understanding is "secure."
- Although persistent absence is falling, overall attendance rates remain lower than expected, causing some pupils to "miss too much school."
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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
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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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