Sunnyhill Primary School
89%
Capacity
407
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Sunnyhill Primary School
Sunnyhill 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 407 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 455 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sunnyhill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Wilson, 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 7632nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 54 in Lambeth.
Sunnyhill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 45 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Sunnyhill Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sunnyhill Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Netball, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Sunnyhill 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 | Sunnyhill Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2UW |
| Headteacher | Sarah Wilson |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.2% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 455 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
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 (60%)
7632nd of 13,686
Nationally
1239th of 1,592
In London
38th 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
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
141
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sunnyhill Road, London
Lambeth, SW16 2UW
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