Kingswood Primary School
London, SE27 9RD · Lambeth · primary school
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24th 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 — 8.0/10 against 1,335 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 62% | 3.32 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 38% | 3.21 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kingswood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 15.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 362 pupils against a stated capacity of 506. 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 in reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What are the specific entry criteria for the next academic year? How does the school structure its day to support pupils with similar backgrounds?
What Ofsted said about Kingswood Primary School
Overview
Kingswood Primary School is described as a place where pupils are kept safe, enjoy learning, and act with consideration. Leaders have planned a broad curriculum that allows pupils to build knowledge securely over time, resulting in strong achievements in national assessments. However, the report notes inconsistencies in teaching quality across all subjects and in the implementation of behaviour and attendance policies.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a "varied extra-curricular offer" and develop leadership skills through roles such as "play ambassadors" and "school council representatives".
- In most subjects, the curriculum is "sequenced so that pupils build on their knowledge securely over time", allowing for deep understanding of key concepts.
- Reading is taught effectively from the start, with staff trained in phonics and pupils given "effective support to become more fluent and confident".
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes towards each other and adults", with bullying being rare and a strong sense of shared pride throughout the school.
- Staff feel supported by leaders, with workload and well-being "carefully considered" during a period of transition.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, teaching does not consistently focus on the most important knowledge, meaning "foundations that pupils need for future learning are not always secure" and misconceptions are not addressed swiftly.
- The implementation of behaviour and attendance policies is in the "early stages", leading to inconsistencies that make it difficult to identify patterns and target support for persistent absence.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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