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Elm Wood School

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About Elm Wood School

- **Phone:** 020 8670 1621
- **Address:** Elm Wood Primary School, Carnac Street, London, SE27 9RR, United Kingdom
- **Description:** Elm Wood Primary School is a community primary school in Lambeth, London, rated "Good" by Ofsted. It serves children aged 3 to 11 and emphasizes inclusion, emotional well-being, and a broad, balanced curriculum. The school is a two-form entry local community school with a focus on strong relationships between pupils and staff.

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Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 59 responses • 16.1% response rate

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My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

94.9% positive 3.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

83.1% positive 6.8% negative

My child does well at this school

100% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 59 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
22.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
16.6
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

61.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths
Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

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Rachel S.
Parent Apr 13, 2025
2.0

"Issues that need addressing"

While the school is good academically, I feel the communication with parents needs work. We often find out about events last minute.
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Tom S.
Parent Apr 10, 2025
4.0

"I'm pleased with the school's teaching quality"

I'm pleased with the school's teaching quality. My child is learning well, and the teachers are approachable. However, I wish there were more extracurricular activities available.
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Oliver B.
Parent Mar 27, 2025
5.0

"My child is very happy here"

My child is very happy at this school. The staff genuinely care, and the facilities are excellent. It's a nurturing environment.
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Karen C.
Parent Mar 14, 2025
3.0

"The school is safe, and my child feels secure"

The school is safe, and my child feels secure. But communication with parents could be improved; sometimes we don't get updates on time.

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