Cranmer Primary School

Was Cranmer Primary School always a place of learning? It wasn’t. Cranmer Primary School, originally Mitcham County School for Girls, first opened its doors on May 2nd, 1929, not as a primary school, but as a grammar school. The school underwent a transformation in 1969, becoming a Middle School. Then, in September 2001, it embraced its current identity as a thriving primary school. Interestingly, despite the name, there’s no historical connection to Archbishop Thomas Cranmer. The school’s name actually comes from the Cranmer family. They were the Lords of the Manor of Mitcham from 1656. A fascinating piece of history is embedded in the school’s structure. A wooden beam, originating from a timber-framed tithe barn that once stood on the site, now resides in Cranmer’s old reception area. This beam serves as a tangible link to the past. In 2010, Cranmer Primary School was asked to expand due to its high standards of education. This marked a new chapter in its history. The expansion resulted in a purpose-built upper Key Stage 2 building, Cranmer Court, standing alongside the existing Cranmer Crescent. Today, Cranmer Primary School continues to nurture young minds, its halls echoing with the laughter and learning of each new generation.