Perrymount Primary School
London, SE23 2PX · Lewisham · primary school
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49th 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 — 5.7/10 against 2,071 of them, against 4.6/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Perrymount Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Arts and Crafts, Nerf Blasters, Code, Cooking, and Knitting clubs. Sports include Basketball, Boys and Girls Football, Multi-Skills, Karate, Dance, and Gymnastics. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 202 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Perrymount Primary School
Overview
Perrymount Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are proud to attend and feel safe. Leaders have designed a broad and diverse curriculum that helps pupils build deep knowledge over time, supported by high expectations for learning and behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils are safe, show kindness to each other, and have no concerns about bullying, which staff deal with swiftly.
- Leaders prioritise reading, fostering a love of the subject through precise phonics instruction and appropriately matched books.
- The curriculum in most subjects is ambitious and logically sequenced, allowing pupils to build understanding cumulatively, particularly in mathematics and science.
- Educational outings, visitors, and plentiful additional activities enrich the curriculum and engage pupils enthusiastically.
- Staff are well supported, with leaders taking steps to reduce workload and provide professional development opportunities.
Areas to improve
- In a few foundation subjects, activities do not consistently match the ambitious curriculum goals, meaning pupils do not fully secure the knowledge needed to tackle challenging ideas.
- Leaders should ensure new subject leaders are supported to check that curriculum expectations are consistently met and teachers are guided to deliver the curriculum as intended.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff are well trained and take immediate, appropriate action to support pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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
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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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