Christ Church Primary SW9
73%
Capacity
153
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Christ Church Primary SW9
Christ Church Primary SW9 is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Lambeth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 153 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Christ Church Primary SW9 "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jayne Mitchell, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6125th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 54 in Lambeth.
Christ Church Primary SW9 is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Christ Church Primary SW9 parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ Church Primary SW9 include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Christ Church Primary SW9 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Cancell Road, London, Lambeth, SW9 6HN |
| Headteacher | Jayne Mitchell |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 153 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.6% |
| School Capacity | 153 / 209 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6125th of 13,686
Nationally
1056th of 1,592
In London
29th of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ Church Primary SW9
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Contact Information
Cancell Road, London
Lambeth, SW9 6HN
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