Deptford Green School
London, SE14 6AN · Lewisham · secondary school
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10th of 13 secondary schools in Lewisham we can score, 14 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.4/10 against 423 of them, against 4.1/10 nationally. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 38.3 · 33 | 30% | 1.01 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.05 · 54 | 25% | 1.37 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 42.8 · 33 | 10% | 0.34 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Deptford Green School overview
How it's doing
Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022. In 2024/25, 42.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.7, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.05 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 888 pupils against a stated capacity of 900. 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 to maintain the progress seen in the 2023/24 data? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8 scores? How does the school manage class sizes with 12 places currently vacant?
What Ofsted said about Deptford Green School
Overview
The report describes a school where “pupils are safe and well cared for” and value strong professional relationships with staff. Leaders have raised aspirations, fostering a “harmonious environment” where pupils are motivated and behave well. The curriculum is broad and rich, with teachers using well-planned sequences to help pupils “successfully know more over time.”
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a “broad and rich curriculum” that matches national ambition, with many choosing English Baccalaureate subjects.
- Staff create a supportive atmosphere where “disrespectful behaviour is simply not tolerated” and bullying is dealt with quickly.
- There is a strong emphasis on reading, with leaders promoting a “love of reading” and staff providing targeted support for fluency and phonics.
- Pupils have numerous opportunities to nurture talents, particularly in the creative arts, including musical ensembles and drama productions.
- Staff receive regular training to support pupils with special educational needs, ensuring they are “fully involved in school life.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure consistent curriculum delivery across all subjects, as difficulties in recruiting and retaining staff have caused “pockets of variability.”
- Leaders must ensure that prioritising reading for weak readers does not “narrow pupils’ access to the broad curriculum,” as some are withdrawn from subjects like modern foreign languages.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with experienced leaders and staff who are quick to identify and deal with concerns.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 44.6 |
| 2024/25 | 47.7 |
| 2025/26 | 42.8 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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