Jessop Primary School
65%
Capacity
294
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About Jessop Primary School
Jessop Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lambeth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 294 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Andrea Parker, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 475th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 54 in Lambeth.
Jessop Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 155 applications for 30 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Jessop Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 2 parents).
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 Jessop Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Jessop 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lowden Road, London, Lambeth, SE24 0BJ |
| Headteacher | Andrea Parker |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 294 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.6% |
| School Capacity | 294 / 455 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
475th of 13,686
Nationally
114th of 1,592
In London
5th of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
88%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
155
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lowden Road, London
Lambeth, SE24 0BJ
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