Streatham site rebuild & September arrangements

Why is the Streatham site not reopening in September 2026?

Following the fire in August 2025, extensive structural, safety and compliance work has been required. The most recent programme from Lambeth Council, the Department for Education and the contractors confirms that the building will not be ready to hand back to the school by September. Safety and regulatory checks must be fully completed before pupils and staff can return.

When will the school fully reopen?

The current working timeline for full reopening is still to be confirmed. This is based on the latest information from the rebuild team and will be updated soon. We will continue to share progress with families.

All pupils will continue to be taught in our temporary arrangements. Staff are already planning for a smooth and well-organised start to the new school year.

How will families be updated?

We will provide:

• regular updates on the rebuild
• photos and progress reports when available
• clear information about September arrangements
• opportunities for parents to ask questions

Updates will be shared by email and published on this webpage.

How are you supporting children’s learning and wellbeing during this period?

Staff have worked hard to ensure continuity of learning, strong pastoral care and a stable routine for pupils. This will continue throughout the rebuild. If you have concerns about your child’s wellbeing or progress, please speak to your class teacher or a member of the pastoral team.

What does this mean for new Reception families?

We understand that choosing a school is a big decision. We want to reassure prospective families that:

• the school remains stable, well-led and values-driven
• staff are committed and experienced
• temporary arrangements are safe, nurturing and well-organised
• a partial reopening for Reception is being actively explored

We will provide dedicated information for new Reception parents as soon as plans are confirmed.

Have academic outcomes been affected by the temporary arrangements?

Our focus is on providing a high-quality, stable education for every child.  Our pupils have shown incredible resilience during this time, and academic outcomes have not been affected by the upheaval and change in school environment. 

Why have some families left the school?

A small number of families have chosen to move to other schools during the rebuild. While this is understandable, the majority of families have remained with us, and we continue to welcome new pupils. 

How can parents/carers ask questions or raise concerns?

Please contact the school office or speak to a member of the leadership team. We will also hold parent/carer briefings at key points to ensure families can hear updates directly and ask questions.

Who can I contact with questions?

See the contact section at the bottom of this page for the best routes depending on your query.

Rebuild Timeline

• August 2025: Fire at Streatham site
• Autumn 2025 – Spring 2026: Structural assessments and planning
• 2026: Construction and refurbishment phases
• Summer–Autumn 2026: Safety checks
• September 2026: Temporary arrangements continue for new academic year

Contact us

Please use the following routes so your query reaches the right team:

• General enquiries: admin@juliansprimary.org.uk
• SEND queries: inclusion@juliansprimary.org.uk
• Wellbeing or pastoral concerns: inclusion@juliansprimary.org.uk
• Admissions: admissions@juliansprimary.org.uk