Rushey Green Primary School
London, SE6 2LA · Lewisham · primary school
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58th 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 — 1.7/10 against 2,315 of them, against 1.9/10 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 | 49.0 · 17 | 40% | 0.69 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 1.0 · 21 | 25% | 0.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rushey Green Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 49.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 1.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 560 pupils against a stated capacity of 680. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school monitor progress between the 2023 inspection and now?
What Ofsted said about Rushey Green Primary School
Overview
Rushey Green Primary School is described as a "welcoming" environment where pupils are "happy and safe" and demonstrate "self-control and engagement." The report highlights an "ambitious" curriculum with knowledgeable subject leaders, though it notes inconsistencies in teaching quality across certain subjects and in the delivery of phonics.
Strengths
- Pupils behave sensibly, follow rules, and show "respectful" interactions with staff.
- The curriculum is structured coherently, with teachers presenting content in "manageable steps" to help pupils build on prior knowledge.
- Leaders identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) early and provide effective support.
- Staff celebrate achievements and provide "exciting cultural experiences," such as visits to the opera.
- Leaders show "great determination" in prioritising improvements, positively impacting behaviour and attendance.
Areas to improve
- Teaching in a few subjects does not implement the planned curriculum consistently well, meaning pupils’ knowledge is not as secure as in other areas.
- There are inconsistencies in phonics delivery, specifically regarding staff pronunciation of sounds, which limits a minority of pupils’ ability to decode words correctly.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to identify risks and proactive in addressing issues to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 49% |
| 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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