Tidemill Academy
London, SE8 4RJ · Lewisham · primary school
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15th 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 — 9.4/10 against 1,469 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Tidemill Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 19.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend a Y6 Devon residential and a Y5 Hindleap Warren residential. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 427 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
What specific support is provided for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How are the residential trips organised for families with travel constraints?
What Ofsted said about Tidemill Academy
Overview
Tidemill Academy is a primary school where pupils are described as happy and well-behaved, with older pupils acting as positive role models. Leaders have implemented an ambitious curriculum and consistent behaviour strategies that support strong personal development and effective teaching. The inspection highlights a nurturing environment where staff build positive professional relationships with pupils.
Strengths
- The school’s approach to reading is effective, with daily phonics teaching starting in the Nursery and timely support for those needing extra help.
- Personal development is outstanding, with pupils taking on leadership roles and receiving age-appropriate education on healthy relationships and online safety.
- The curriculum is ambitious and meets national expectations, with subject leaders sequencing knowledge effectively from early years to Year 6.
- Behaviour is managed consistently and supportively, ensuring learning is not interrupted and children settle quickly.
- Early years provision is outstanding, with staff reinforcing behaviour in a supportive way and children concentrating for long periods.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue to review and develop the curriculum to make explicit connections to prior learning, particularly for older pupils who occasionally have gaps in their previous knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders adopting a thorough approach, working closely with external partners, and ensuring all staff are trained to recognise when a pupil may need help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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