St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School
London, SE13 5SG · Lewisham · primary school
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4th 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 — 9.0/10 against 3,597 of them, against 8.4/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| 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.
St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% 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 15.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art Station, Chess Club, Dance & Drama, Gardening, Minecraft Coding, Puzzle, Science, and Sewing clubs. Sports options include Basketball, Boys' and Girls' Football, Dodgeball, Karate, and Multisports. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 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 expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the breakfast club? How does the curriculum adapt for pupils with different learning needs?
What Ofsted said about St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School
Overview
The report describes St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School as a "warm, welcoming and vibrant school" that delivers an "exceptional all-round education." Pupils of all abilities "thrive and flourish" within a community defined by "kindness and empathy," achieving high outcomes across the curriculum.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "rich and ambitious," with knowledge carefully selected to be embedded in pupils’ "long-term memory."
- Reading is a "big priority," with staff delivering phonics in a "consistent and effective way" so pupils become "accurate and fluent readers."
- Pupils benefit from a "very wide range of opportunities" in music, sport, and art, including instrumental lessons and a school rock band.
- Behaviour is "exemplary," with lessons undisturbed and bullying kept to a minimum through initiatives like "kindness surveys."
- Personal development is "exceptionally strong," with pupils taking on roles such as reading buddies and school councillors.
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 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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