Perhaps you didn’t know that St Mark’s Church of England Primary School is the oldest primary school in London. It still stands on its original site. The school was built for St Mark’s Church in 1824. Since then more rooms were added. They were added at the back of the building. But the original front has hardly been altered.
To begin with the school was just two long buildings. One building was for the boys. The other was for girls and infants. Accommodation for the headteachers was in between. Many original features can still be seen today.
St Mark’s Church of England Primary School is located on Harleyford Road in Kennington London. It resides in the Lambeth district. Mr Sola Ingram is the headteacher. The school caters to children aged 3 to 11. It is a voluntary aided primary school with mixed gender entry. The school’s URN is 100619. Its DfE number is 208/3502 and its UKPRN is 10074027.
St Mark’s Church of England Primary School is currently open. The school has a Church of England religious character. It falls under the Diocese of Southwark. There are no boarders at St Mark’s Church of England Primary School. Nursery classes are provided. The school does not have a sixth form.
The school has a capacity of 240 pupils. Currently 220 pupils attend. The school opened on a date not recorded. There are no special classes. 110 pupils are eligible for free school meals. This is 50.2% of the student body.
Ofsted inspected St Mark’s Church of England Primary School in November 2024. Inspectors provided external validation. It validated the hard work within St Mark’s over the past five years.
Inspectors noted key strengths of the school. St Mark’s is a welcoming inclusive and supportive school. Pupils feel safe and happy here. Pupils learn and thrive together. They make friends and grow in confidence. Parents praise the care their children receive. The curriculum is ambitious. Pupils rise to meet this ambition. The school expertly supports pupils with special educational needs. This includes those with disabilities.
The overall outcome of the Ofsted inspection on September 10 2019 was good. The quality of education is good. Behaviour and attitudes are good. Personal development is outstanding. Leadership and management are good. Early years provision is also good.
St Mark’s Church of England Primary School is more than just a school. It is a place where children feel safe learn and grow. It is the oldest primary school in London still on its original site a testament to its enduring legacy.