Dalmain Primary School
London, SE23 1AS · Lewisham · primary school
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11th 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 — 8.1/10 against 4,133 of them, against 7.8/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 62% | 4.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 38% | 3.64 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Dalmain Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 23.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Gymnastics, Tag Rugby, LAMDA, Chess, Karate, Art Palette, School Council, and Eco Council. Music instruction covers Piano, Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Recorder, Cornet, Trumpet, and Tenor Horn.
Getting in
The published school roll is 381 pupils against a stated capacity of 470. 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 expected standard in core subjects? What are the specific entry criteria for the current academic year? How are the various music and club activities scheduled to avoid conflicts with core lessons?
What Ofsted said about Dalmain Primary School
Overview
Dalmain Primary School is described as a "warm and welcoming" environment where "pupils flourish" and demonstrate "extremely well" behaviour. The report highlights strong leadership resilience and high expectations, resulting in pupils who are "happy and safe" and achieve well in core subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "calm, caring and harmonious" behaviour and are "independent, resilient and highly enthusiastic about their learning."
- The curriculum is "engaging and exciting," with a high priority on reading and language development, including "well-targeted phonics teaching."
- Personal development is supported through a "wide variety of high-quality clubs" and leadership roles that encourage pupils to become "active citizens."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "identified quickly and supported well" through adaptations to teaching.
- Leaders have shown "great resilience" in facing recent challenges, maintaining high standards for all pupils.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teaching does not accurately check what pupils already know, meaning pupils "do not deepen their understanding sufficiently well."
- Some staff lack the full knowledge and skills required to implement the curriculum with the intended "high quality and ambition," necessitating further training and development.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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