Hill Mead Primary School
58%
Capacity
245
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Hill Mead Primary School
Hill Mead 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 245 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hill Mead Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Becky Lawrence, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13131st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 54 in Lambeth.
Hill Mead Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 28 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 Hill Mead Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Hill Mead 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 | Moorland Road, London, Lambeth, SW9 8UE |
| Headteacher | Becky Lawrence |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 245 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.6% |
| School Capacity | 245 / 420 (58% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13131st of 13,686
Nationally
1579th of 1,592
In London
53rd of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
33%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Moorland Road, London
Lambeth, SW9 8UE
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