Vauxhall Primary School
81%
Capacity
191
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Vauxhall Primary School
Vauxhall 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 191 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Vauxhall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vanessa Bennett, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8010th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 54 in Lambeth.
Vauxhall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 14 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Vauxhall Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Film Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lambeth, Vauxhall 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 | Vauxhall Street, London, Lambeth, SE11 5LG |
| Headteacher | Vanessa Bennett |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.4% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 236 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8010th of 13,686
Nationally
1266th of 1,592
In London
40th of 54
In Lambeth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
59%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed14
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vauxhall Street, London
Lambeth, SE11 5LG
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