Jessop Primary School
London, SE24 0BJ · Lambeth · primary school
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4th 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 — 9.8/10 against 2,222 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 40% | 3.75 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Jessop Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 21.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Council, take dance lessons, or learn violin and cello. Trips include visits to Sayers Croft. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 281 pupils against a stated capacity of 455. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the School Council involve pupils in decision-making?
What Ofsted said about Jessop Primary School
Overview
Jessop Primary School is described as a "welcoming and caring community" where pupils are "happy, safe and thrive." The inspection judged the school’s overall effectiveness, quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership as "Outstanding," while early years provision was rated "Good."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "meticulously designed and ambitious," ensuring pupils, including those with SEND, are "fully engaged" and achieve strong outcomes.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and provide high-quality training, allowing them to swiftly address errors and embed learning securely.
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour, characterised by "positive and respectful interactions" driven by consistently high expectations.
- There is an "exceptional" emphasis on wider development, with pupils encouraged to be "active citizens" through leadership roles and diverse experiences.
- Early reading and phonics are "meticulously led," with timely support ensuring pupils become "confident and capable readers."
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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