Rosendale Primary School
99%
Capacity
622
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Rosendale Primary School
Rosendale 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 622 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Kate Atkins, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3796th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 54 in Lambeth.
Rosendale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 327 applications for 86 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 102 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rosendale Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Tennis, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Rosendale 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 | Rosendale Road, London, Lambeth, SE21 8LR |
| Headteacher | Kate Atkins |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 622 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.1% |
| School Capacity | 622 / 630 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3796th of 13,686
Nationally
753rd of 1,592
In London
22nd of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
71%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed86
327
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
102 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
Rosendale Road, London
Lambeth, SE21 8LR
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