Fenstanton Primary School
35%
Capacity
221
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Fenstanton Primary School
Fenstanton 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 221 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (35% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fenstanton Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Roberts, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12759th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 54 in Lambeth.
Fenstanton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 21 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
Fenstanton Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.8/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fenstanton Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Fenstanton 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 | Abbots Park, London, Lambeth, SW2 3PW |
| Headteacher | Gillian Roberts |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.9% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 630 (35% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12759th of 13,686
Nationally
1566th of 1,592
In London
52nd of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
38%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Abbots Park, London
Lambeth, SW2 3PW
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