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Lyndhurst Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Lyndhurst Primary School is a academy converter primary school in London, Southwark , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 444 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

444

Pupils

420

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Lyndhurst Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lyndhurst Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Southwark. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 444 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Southwark before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Lyndhurst Primary School — School Information

Full address
Grove Lane, London, SE5 8SN
Local authority
Southwark
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
22.5% of pupils
DfE URN
148574

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Frequently Asked Questions — Lyndhurst Primary School

Is Lyndhurst Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Lyndhurst Primary School currently has 444 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Lyndhurst Primary School?

Admission to Lyndhurst Primary School is managed by Southwark. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Lyndhurst Primary School cover?

Lyndhurst Primary School is a primary school in London, Southwark, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Lyndhurst Primary School?

Lyndhurst Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.