Granton Primary School
103%
Capacity
652
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Granton Primary School
Granton 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 652 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Edison David, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2857th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 54 in Lambeth.
Granton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 284 applications for 90 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 102 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Granton Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Granton 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 | Granton Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 5AN |
| Headteacher | Edison David |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 652 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.5% |
| School Capacity | 652 / 630 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (29 Feb 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2857th of 13,686
Nationally
599th of 1,592
In London
16th of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
75%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
284
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
102 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Granton Road, London
Lambeth, SW16 5AN
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