Discovery Primary School
London, SE28 0JN · Greenwich · primary school
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61st of 61 primary schools in Greenwich we can score, 62 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 — 4.7/10 against 2,630 of them, against 4.2/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 14 | 35% | 0.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Discovery Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 523 pupils against a stated capacity of 700. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific areas did the February 2026 inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about Discovery Primary School
Overview
Discovery Primary School is described as having a "highly inclusive culture" where pupils feel they belong and are supported to succeed. The report highlights "highly positive behaviour" and a nurturing environment where staff model "warm, caring and respectful behaviour." Leaders have established strong partnerships with families and external professionals to ensure every pupil, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, achieves well from their starting points.
Strengths
- Attendance is "positive" and "consistently close to the national average," with leaders providing "extensive support to families" to overcome barriers.
- Behaviour is "calm and purposeful," with incidents of poor behaviour being low and reports of bullying "exceptionally rare."
- The school’s inclusive approach ensures pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities make "secure progress" and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning.
- Pupils benefit from "extensive opportunities that enrich pupils’ personal development," including immersive history days, residential trips, and a wide range of clubs.
- Leaders have "comprehensive knowledge" of pupil progress and act swiftly to address barriers, such as strengthening reading fluency following a recent dip in outcomes.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure pupils demonstrate their knowledge through "consistently high-quality work, especially written work," as current written work does not always reflect the depth of understanding.
- Staff should consistently maximise opportunities for "high-quality interactions with children" in the early years to help them develop and deepen language and vocabulary skills.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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