St Mary's Lewisham Church of England Primary School
London, SE13 6NX · Lewisham · primary school
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29th 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 — 5.2/10 against 2,017 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's Lewisham Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection took place in April 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join the Newspaper Club, Eco Council, Faith Group, and School Council. Sports include football, athletics, basketball, cricket, hockey, inclusive multiskills, and netball. Trips include a visit to the Houses of Parliament. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 231 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
Since the inspection is recent, what specific improvements have been made in the areas graded under the new framework? How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Lewisham Church of England Primary School
Overview
The inspection found that St Mary’s Lewisham Church of England Primary School meets the “Strong standard” across all evaluated categories, including achievement, attendance, behaviour, curriculum, and leadership. The report highlights a “warm, inclusive community” where pupils feel safe and valued, with leaders demonstrating a “clear and detailed understanding” of the school’s effectiveness. Despite high pupil mobility, the school ensures consistent progress and high expectations for all learners.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve “consistent progress over time,” with disadvantaged pupils attaining “above-average outcomes” in national assessments.
- The curriculum is described as “ambitious and engaging,” with a strong focus on vocabulary development and systematic early reading.
- Attendance has improved significantly, with persistent absence decreasing after previously being above national figures.
- Behaviour is “calm, respectful and consistent,” fostering a culture where pupils demonstrate “pride in their community.”
- Inclusion is “central to leaders' high ambitions,” with effective support for pupils with special educational needs and those new to the country.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should “continue and sustain their work to remove any barriers to learning for pupils new to the school.”
- The school should ensure that the impact of this support is “reflected in published outcomes over time to the fullest extent possible.”
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an “open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility” ensuring that concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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