Ashmole Primary School
96%
Capacity
217
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Ashmole Primary School
Ashmole Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lambeth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 225 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Cordelia Cooper, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5579th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 54 in Lambeth.
Ashmole Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 30 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Ashmole Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashmole Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Book Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Ashmole Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashmole Street, London, Lambeth, SW8 1NT |
| Headteacher | Cordelia Cooper |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 225 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (29 Jun 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5579th of 13,686
Nationally
980th of 1,592
In London
25th of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
126
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashmole Street, London
Lambeth, SW8 1NT
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