Reay Primary School
90%
Capacity
224
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Reay Primary School
Reay Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Lambeth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 224 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 250 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Reay Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Hartill, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4216th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 54 in Lambeth.
Reay Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
Reay Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (70 responses).
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 Reay Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Drama, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Reay 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 | None |
| Address | Hackford Road, LONDON, Lambeth, SW9 0EN |
| Headteacher | Kate Hartill |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.3% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 250 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4216th of 13,686
Nationally
805th of 1,592
In London
23rd of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
70 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
108
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Reay Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Hackford Road, LONDON
Lambeth, SW9 0EN
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