Gordonbrock Primary School
Brockley, SE4 1HQ · Lewisham · primary school
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2nd 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 — 9.5/10 against 4,240 of them, against 9.4/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 40% | 3.75 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 24.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.38 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gordonbrock Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 24.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in January 2025. 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 (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Chess, Design, Coding & Robotics, Philosophy, and Yoga clubs. Sports include Football, Taekwondo, Basketball, and Multiskills. Music options cover Choir, Guitar, Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, Harp, and Violin tuition. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 626 pupils against a stated capacity of 655. 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 higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the breakfast club? How are places allocated if demand exceeds the 29 spare spots?
What Ofsted said about Gordonbrock Primary School
Overview
Gordonbrock Primary School is described as an “exceptional school where pupils thrive as learners.” The inspection confirms that the school has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection,” continuing its trajectory of high quality. Leaders have fostered an environment with “the highest ambition for pupils to develop as confident and capable young people.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “relevant and well structured,” with a strong focus on reading and phonics that ensures pupils “read confidently and write accurately.”
- Behaviour is “exceptionally well managed,” supported by “trusting relationships” between staff and pupils, resulting in rare disruption and bullying.
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make “strong progress” and attain highly in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- The school provides a “rich and well-developed body of knowledge” and diverse enrichment activities, such as arts exhibitions and leadership roles, to widen pupils’ experiences.
- Staff receive “high-quality and regular training,” enabling them to effectively check for gaps in knowledge and support pupil development.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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