Immanuel and St Andrew Church of England Primary School
London, SW16 5SL · Lambeth · primary school
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12th 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 3,977 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 90.0 · 98 | 62% | 6.00 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Immanuel and St Andrew Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 90.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Eco-Club and Forest School, and play football, hockey, tennis, gymnastics and dance. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 425 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
What specific support is offered to pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the Forest School sessions integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Immanuel and St Andrew Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as happy and safe within a "friendly school community" where they behave well and engage positively in learning. The school maintains high ambitions for pupil achievement, supported by an "ambitious, broad and creative curriculum" and effective reading strategies. While personal development is rated Outstanding, the report highlights inconsistencies in curriculum delivery and support for some pupils with special educational needs.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious, broad and creative," helping pupils build knowledge securely, with exceptional nurturing of creative talents in art, design, technology, and music.
- Reading is a key priority; staff ensure pupils become "confident and fluent readers" through matched books and daily reading, with extra help provided for those who need it.
- Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils learning about tolerance, responsibility, and safety, and being well prepared for life in modern Britain.
- Staff feel their workload is "well considered and managed," and leaders listen to their views, contributing to a positive working environment.
- Behaviour is consistently good, with clear expectations that pupils understand and follow, resulting in low persistent absence.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects where the curriculum is not fully secure, there are gaps in pupils’ prior knowledge; the school should continue checking learning to ensure delivery meets ambitious standards.
- Provision for some pupils with SEND is not tailored well enough; the school must ensure consistently high-quality provision that accounts for individual needs.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 90% |
| 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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