Henry Cavendish Primary School
90%
Capacity
832
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About Henry Cavendish Primary School
Henry Cavendish 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 832 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 927 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Matthew Apsley, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2519th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 54 in Lambeth.
Henry Cavendish Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 309 applications for 60 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 94 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Henry Cavendish Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Cricket, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Henry Cavendish 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 | Hydethorpe Road, London, Lambeth, SW12 0JA |
| Headteacher | Matthew Apsley |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 832 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 832 / 927 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2519th of 13,686
Nationally
550th of 1,592
In London
15th of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
76%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
309
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
94 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
Hydethorpe Road, London
Lambeth, SW12 0JA
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