Henry Fawcett Primary School
63%
Capacity
226
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Henry Fawcett Primary School
Henry Fawcett 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 226 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Henry Fawcett Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dawn Persad, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6524th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 54 in Lambeth.
Henry Fawcett Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 12 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 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 Henry Fawcett Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Henry Fawcett 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 | Bowling Green Street, London, Lambeth, SE11 5BZ |
| Headteacher | Dawn Persad |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.2% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 360 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6524th of 13,686
Nationally
1105th of 1,592
In London
32nd of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
64%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
65
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (15% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bowling Green Street, London
Lambeth, SE11 5BZ
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