Herbert Morrison Primary School

A outstanding community school school in Lambeth. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Herbert Morrison Primary School.

London, SW82HP Ofsted: Outstanding Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

72

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
62.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 74.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
67.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
29 November 2016
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Hartington Road
London, SW82HP

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
100604
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Hartington Road, London, SW8 2HP
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
236 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
217
Free School Meals
33.2% (72 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.7% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
74.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
15.0%
Reading Score:
109.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
74.0 (+15.2 vs average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 109.0
2023 105.0 107.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
24
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
217 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.0 per year)

Up 1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Developing independent thinking skills and encouraging children to believe in their own ability Giving regular feedback on learning and setting challenging targets for improvement Expecting high standards of teaching and learning through inspirational leadership and everyday excellence Offering a creative, inclusive and stimulating curriculum in line with the National Curriculum requirements Providing social, moral, spiritual and cultural learning opportunities and develop common values for responsible citizenship Ensuring knowledge and understanding of races and religions which develops respect for the cultural diversity in the school and the wider world Furthering every adult’s professional development Working in collaboration with parents, the community and local cluster of partner schools

Religious Education is taught and the school follows the Lambeth Syllabus, teaching the major faiths (Christian, Islam, Judaism, Hindu, Buddhism, and Sikhism) to enable respect for others’ beliefs.

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Lucy Peake emphasises a safe, inclusive, challenging and high-expectation environment, highlighting Ofsted praise for outstanding behavior and outstanding outcomes, an innovative and engaging curriculum, and positive parent views.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Rise Then Shine Breakfast Club Stay And Play Club JAG Adventure Programme (Adventure Categories: Super Sports, Power Teams, Global Kids, Wellbeing Warriors, Creative Inventors, Brain Boosters, Flavour Fest)

Facilities

Beautiful nature garden Grassed playing area Well-stocked school library with Reading Gallery areas Outdoor learning environment/outdoor learning spaces Interactive Learning Diary (digital parent access)

Curriculum Highlights

Cross-curricular, themed approach to the 2014 Primary National Curriculum In Harmony Music Project with Southbank Centre, with children learning a tuned instrument and school orchestras performing at venues like The Festival Hall or Clore Ballroom Outdoor/Outside Learning Environment for cross-curricular learning Provision for Personal, Social, Health, Citizenship and Economic Education and Sex and Relationships Education Teaching RE following the Lambeth Syllabus with knowledge of major faiths (Christian, Islam, Judaism, Hindu, Buddhism, Sikhism) to enable respect for different beliefs EYFS work guided by children's interests with digital recording in Interactive Learning Diary and parental access Termly Curriculum Plans tailored to class needs; curriculum covers English, Mathematics, Science and Foundation subjects (Art, Computing, Design & Technology, Foreign Language (Spanish), Geography, History, Music, Physical Education) Trips and visits as central to learning; emphasises a broad, balanced, creative and inclusive curriculum

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wrap-around care is provided by Junior Adventures Group (JAG). Breakfast Club runs in the morning (Rise Then Shine) from 7:30 a.m. to 8:50 a.m. and is free for Herbert Morrison pupils; after school care (Stay And Play) runs from 3:30 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. Full sessions cost £12, with a £9 option for part sessions (4:30–5:50 p.m.). JAGs staff can be contacted at 07570 377689. Booking and payments are handled online via JAG/MCAS systems; Breakfast Club is free for reception to year 6 with sign‑in on arrival. The timetable and activities are provided by JAG and include various activity categories (Super Sports, Power Teams, Global Kids, Wellbeing Warriors, Creative Inventors, Brain Boosters, Flavour Fest).

SEND Provision

The school publishes SEND information including details of the SENDCo (Rebecca Coombs), identification and assessment processes, involvement of outside professionals, accessibility (one level), and links to Lambeth Local Offer. The SEND section provides information on support and resources for pupils with SEND.

Admissions Criteria

The site provides admissions information including the 2026 deadlines for on-time primary school applications (15 January 2026) for September 2026, criteria for Reception and In-Year admissions via Lambeth Council, and Nursery admissions. It notes that Nursery age pupils qualify for 15 hours of free funding and outlines the process for applications (main school via Lambeth; Nursery via the school).

Financial Information

Breakfast Club is free for Herbert Morrison pupils ( Rise Then Shine ); Stay And Play after‑school sessions cost £12 per full session and £9 for a partial session; Flexible payment options and online booking via JAG/MCAS are available.

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