Archbishop Sumner Church of England Primary School, London
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This school excels at helping all children succeed, especially those facing extra challenges. Teachers are dedicated to capturing children's interest and providing support tailored to their needs. The school creates a safe, happy environment where children love learning and are well-prepared for life in modern Britain.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding leadership focused on equal opportunities and ambitious goals for every pupil
- Excellent behaviour and attendance, with pupils thoroughly enjoying school
- High-quality teaching that captures pupil interest and provides targeted support for those needing extra help
- Outstanding achievement by all pupils including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs
- Exceptional spiritual, moral, social and cultural development preparing pupils well for life in modern Britain
Areas for Improvement
- Extend the ways in which pupils' progress is checked to provide accurate information about gains in speaking, listening and communication
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective - the school's work to keep pupils safe and secure is outstanding, with comprehensive training in all aspects of safeguarding and thorough risk assessment.
Extracurricular Activities
After-school clubs, sports events, specialist sports coaching, residential experiences and trips, Peace Garden project, learning about different beliefs and faiths through visits
Archbishop Sumner Church of England Primary School is an outstanding school where the headteacher and governing body are ambitious for all pupils. The school demonstrates excellent behaviour, outstanding teaching quality, and exceptional achievement across all pupil groups.
At a Glance
46.6%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
SLCN - Speech, language and Communication
SEN Provision
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
53 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 84% to 80%. Maths has improved from 78% to 83%. Writing has remained stable at around 80%.
Class Sizes
25.8
Avg class size
27.7
Infant (KS1)
25.0
KS2
10
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
79%
Available places
238 pupils
300 capacity
62 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for London
Admissions Demand - Lambeth
Places available
2,675
Applications
2,122
Got 1st preference
82.9%
Got preferred school
96.2%
Primary admissions across Lambeth (2025/26)
Inspection History(6)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.55487%
Overall absence
10.6383%
Persistent absence
235
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Secondary Schools Nearby
Secondary schools pupils are likely to move to
Archbishop Sumner Church of England Primary School
Vanguard School
Octavia House Schools, London
Notre Dame Catholic Girls' School
Oasis Academy South Bank
Lilian Baylis Technology School
Evelina Hospital School
Westminster School
London Nautical, City of London Academy
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