Macaulay Church of England Primary School
77%
Capacity
162
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Macaulay Church of England Primary School
Macaulay Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Lambeth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Macaulay Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Susan Eade, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7815th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 54 in Lambeth.
Macaulay Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 26 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Macaulay Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Macaulay Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Victoria Rise, Lambeth, SW4 0NU |
| Headteacher | Susan Eade |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.0% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 210 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7815th of 13,686
Nationally
1250th of 1,592
In London
39th of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
60%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Victoria Rise
Lambeth, SW4 0NU
Journey to School
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