Sir John Lillie Primary School
45%
Capacity
191
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Sir John Lillie Primary School
Sir John Lillie Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hammersmith and Fulham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (45% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sir John Lillie Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sue Hayward, it falls under Hammersmith and Fulham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3004th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 35 in Hammersmith and Fulham.
Sir John Lillie Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 22 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Sir John Lillie Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 6 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sir John Lillie Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham, Sir John Lillie 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 | Lillie Road, Lillie Road, Fulham, Hammersmith and Fulham, SW6 7LN |
| Headteacher | Sue Hayward |
| Local Authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.3% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 420 (45% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3004th of 13,686
Nationally
625th of 1,592
In London
22nd of 35
In Hammersmith and Fulham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
74%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed22
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sir John Lillie Primary School
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Contact Information
Lillie Road, Lillie Road, Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham, SW6 7LN
Lillie Road, Lillie Road, Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham, SW6 7LN
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