Christ Church Primary SW9, London

In its own words: "Within a nurturing, Christian community we inspire lifelong learners and prepare them for a successful future. Our pupils will achieve academic excellence and develop into well-rounded individuals. At Christ Church we are committed to unlocking the unique potential of every child, empowering them to make a positive impact in their local community and beyond."

From the headteacher's welcome: "Welcome to Christ Church. We are a one form entry Church school that believes in putting the pupil first by tailoring their education to each individual. We are proud of our child-centred approach to learning, our rich and innovative curriculum and our commitment to our ‘educating the whole child’ ethos."

Clubs and activities named on the school's website include Lego and art.

The school runs after-school care, from £6.00 per day.

Coming up: an open day on Tuesday 3 November 2026, an open day on Tuesday 10 November 2026, an open day on Tuesday 17 November 2026 and an open day on Tuesday 24 November 2026. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.

In 2025, 81% of Year 6 pupils at Christ Church Primary SW9 reached the expected standard in reading and 81% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 82% and 80% in Lambeth and 77% and 75% across England.

Results were similar in 2024 (85% in reading, 80% in maths).

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 23 families put Christ Church Primary SW9 as their first choice and 68 named it as one of their preferences, for 29 places offered. It had fewer first-choice applications than places. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Christ Church Primary SW9 are Van Gogh Primary (0.2 miles, Good, 73% reading, 75% maths); St John the Divine Church of England Primary School (0.3 miles, Good, 81% reading, 52% maths); Reay Primary School (0.3 miles, Outstanding, 83% reading, 90% maths); and St Joseph's Catholic Junior School (0.4 miles, Good, 71% reading, 83% maths).

Christ Church Primary SW9's 2025 results were higher than 3 of these 4 schools.

43 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey about Christ Church Primary SW9 (as of September 2025): 93% would recommend the school, 95% say their child is happy there and 82% of those with a view say bullying is dealt with well.

The strongest agreement was that they are kept well informed about progress (95%); the weakest, that the school deals with bullying well (among parents with a view) (82%).

33.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well above the average state school (25%), and 35.5% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

The largest ethnic groups are Black (44%), White British (20%) and Mixed (14%).

Christ Church Primary SW9 had 11 teachers in 2026, one for every 15 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

The nearest Underground station is Oval Underground Station, about 670 metres away (roughly a 8-minute walk).

13 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Christchurch Road / Hillside Road (->e), 80 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 1960 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Lambeth (1302), as is usual near a town centre.

Christ Church Primary SW9 recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.

The secondary schools closest to Christ Church Primary SW9 are Saint Gabriel's College (0.2 miles), Ark All Saints Academy (0.4 miles), Sacred Heart Catholic School (0.5 miles) and Platanos College (0.5 miles).