Streatham Wells Primary
London, SW2 3NJ · Lambeth · primary school
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5th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.8/10 against 2,841 of them, against 9.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 93.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.95 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Streatham Wells Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 93.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 228 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 manage class sizes when operating above its designated capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard in core subjects? How does the school maintain its Outstanding rating while accommodating a growing student population?
What Ofsted said about Streatham Wells Primary
Overview
Streatham Wells Primary is described as a “joyful and inspirational place” where pupils achieve “excellent outcomes.” The report highlights a “broad and balanced curriculum” that ensures pupils “know more and remember more,” preparing them well for secondary school. Strong, nurturing relationships underpin a happy community feel, with high expectations for behaviour and independence.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “comprehensive” and “ambitious,” with learning that “builds incrementally over time” to develop strong conceptual understanding.
- Reading is a high priority; staff deliver phonics with “skill, expertise and fidelity,” ensuring books are well matched to pupils’ known sounds.
- Staff support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “highly effectively,” ensuring all pupils succeed across the curriculum.
- Personal development is “exceptional,” with pupils learning about different faiths, well-being, and environmental responsibility through initiatives like ‘planet friendly Mondays’.
- Staff report that leaders provide “fantastic support” for their careers and well-being, describing the school as a “very happy place to work.”
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 93% |
| 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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