Ashmead Primary School
London, SE8 4DX · Lewisham · primary school
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18th of 63 primary schools in Lewisham we can score, 64 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.7/10 against 4,223 of them, against 7.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ashmead Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join drumming, chess, guitar, film, streetdance, and parent-led orchestra clubs. Sports include gymnastics, football, hockey, and basketball. Arts and music offer choir and musical theatre. Trips include an Alex Yee triathlon event and the Shakespeare Schools Festival. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 390 pupils against a stated capacity of 446. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the parent-led orchestra? How are places allocated if demand exceeds the 56 spare spots?
What Ofsted said about Ashmead Primary School
Overview
Ashmead Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are enthusiastic about learning and proud of their achievements. Leaders have created an ambitious curriculum with carefully sequenced knowledge, ensuring pupils build on previous learning and develop strong reading and mathematics skills. The school fosters a calm, inclusive environment where staff maintain high expectations for behaviour and support all pupils effectively.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy school, behave calmly, and feel accepted, with staff addressing bullying swiftly.
- Leaders provide a wide range of opportunities, including educational visits and clubs, supporting personal development.
- Teachers have secure subject knowledge and adapt tasks so all pupils, including those with SEND, access the same curriculum.
- Reading is prioritised from early years through a consistent phonics approach, with regular checks and additional support where needed.
- Staff workload is manageable, and governors actively challenge and support school leaders.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, leaders have not clearly identified the most important knowledge, causing the curriculum to cover too much content.
- Leaders should continue developing the curriculum to identify key knowledge in all subjects and make this explicit to teachers.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders prioritising pupil safety, ensuring staff know their responsibilities, and working closely with families and external agencies to provide specialist support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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