Eltham Church of England Primary School
London, SE9 1TR · Greenwich · primary school
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18th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.9/10 against 4,195 of them, against 8.9/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eltham Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 15.0% 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 (8.9 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Cheerdance, Market Gardeners, Tata Storytime, Stitch Squad, Spectacular Science, Debate Club, Lego Robotics Engineering Minds, and Wiggle and Read. Sports include football, basketball, cricket, tennis, and morning netball. Arts and music options feature choir and gardening. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 450 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Eltham Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where "strong relationships are at the heart of its work," resulting in pupils who "enjoy school" and behave "exceptionally well." Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning, fostering an environment where pupils respect one another and incidents of bullying are "extremely rare." The governing body is "deeply committed," and parents are "full of praise" for the support provided to all children, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "excellent attitudes to learning" and respond positively to clear routines established from Nursery.
- Staff effectively nurture pupils, helping them "manage their emotions" and cope with the challenges of growing up.
- The curriculum is ambitious, with pupils studying subjects such as French from Year 1 and engaging in a wide range of sports.
- Leaders ensure pupils learn about different cultures and religions, promoting respect and kindness while celebrating the school’s faith.
- Teachers have "secure subject knowledge" and adapt teaching well to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the specific knowledge and skills pupils need to learn are "not identified with enough precision," hindering the development of a deep body of knowledge.
- When supporting weaker readers, staff do not always ensure pupils "take maximum opportunity to use their phonics," limiting their progress towards fluency.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with staff understanding local risks and leaders responding quickly to concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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