Oak Gardens Primary School
London, SE8 4QB · Lewisham · primary school
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36th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.4/10 against 1,477 of them, against 5.9/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oak Gardens Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join LEGO Story Club, Play Doh, Mathletics, Gardening, Football, Muay Thai, Gymnastics, Athletics, and Dance. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 166 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Oak Gardens Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as “happy and proud” of their school, benefiting from an “inspiring environment” where their views are valued. Leaders have established an “ambitious curriculum” that reflects pupils’ heritage and fosters high aspirations, resulting in positive, respectful relationships between staff and pupils.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “logically sequenced” in mathematics, helping children build “strong mathematical foundations” and secure knowledge.
- Reading is a high priority, with “consistent” early teaching and skilled support ensuring pupils, including those with special educational needs, can “catch up”.
- Pupils demonstrate “calm” behaviour and are “polite and well-mannered”, with leaders taking bullying incidents “seriously” and dealing with them “swiftly”.
- Leaders work “effectively” with external agencies to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring they can access lesson content.
- Pupils are encouraged to take on responsibilities, such as through the school council, which has successfully influenced changes like new playground equipment.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teaching does not ensure pupils learn the intended curriculum “fully”, meaning subject-specific knowledge is not built “securely”.
- The needs of a few pupils with special educational needs and disabilities are not always met when teaching is not “effectively adapted” for them.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting that leaders are “tenacious in gaining help for pupils” and staff follow “rigorous policies and practices well.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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