St Andrew's Catholic Primary School
95%
Capacity
397
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About St Andrew's Catholic Primary School
St Andrew's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Lambeth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 397 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Peter Hilton, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 94% 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 101st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 54 in Lambeth.
St Andrew's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 187 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Andrew's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, St Andrew's Catholic 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Polworth Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2ET |
| Headteacher | Peter Hilton |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 397 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 397 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (94%)
101st of 13,686
Nationally
21st of 1,592
In London
3rd of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
94%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
93%
'23/24
94%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
187
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
83 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Andrew's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Polworth Road, London
Lambeth, SW16 2ET
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