Van Gogh Primary
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Capacity
274
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Van Gogh Primary
Van Gogh Primary is a state-funded None primary school serving the Lambeth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 274 pupils on roll. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Van Gogh Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nadine Bernard, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11526th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 54 in Lambeth.
Van Gogh Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 27 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Van Gogh Primary include Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Athletics, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Van Gogh Primary 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 | Cowley Road, London, Lambeth, SW9 6HF |
| Headteacher | Nadine Bernard |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 274 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.0% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11526th of 13,686
Nationally
1510th of 1,592
In London
50th of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
46%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Van Gogh Primary
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Contact Information
Cowley Road, London
Lambeth, SW9 6HF
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