Ealdham Primary School
London, SE9 6BP · Greenwich · primary school
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54th 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 — 8.7/10 against 1,577 of them, against 7.4/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ealdham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in April 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Ealdham Explorers club and learn swimming. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 455 pupils against a stated capacity of 520. 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 new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Ealdham Primary School
Overview
Ealdham Primary School provides an education that meets the expected standard, with pupils achieving successful academic outcomes, particularly in reading and mathematics. The school fosters a "caring and inclusive environment" where pupils feel supported, valued, and well prepared for secondary school. While safeguarding standards are met and behaviour is generally calm, attendance remains a challenge for some pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve "successful academic outcomes," with mathematics and reading identified as "particular strengths."
- Disadvantaged pupils "achieve better than disadvantaged pupils nationally at the end of key stage 2."
- The curriculum is "ambitious and broad," reflecting the school’s diverse community and helping pupils see themselves positively.
- Staff "remove any barriers to learning" for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, who "do well."
- Pupils experience "strong, trusting relationships with adults" and describe the school as "caring and supportive."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should work closely with families to improve attendance, particularly for pupils who are "persistently absent."
- Leaders and governors should develop staff expertise to ensure the curriculum is implemented "consistently across the school."
- Teaching requires "greater rigour and precision in adapting teaching and checking pupils’ understanding" to ensure all pupils build on previous learning effectively.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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