Schools in Lewisham — Published Data Comparison
Compare 227 schools and nurseries in Lewisham — Ofsted ratings, exam results & admissions data.
Data reviewed 3 August 2026. Lists use published DfE performance data and available Ofsted judgements; they are not paid placements.
Read how rankings are calculated →Classpot currently lists 227 schools and nurseries matching the Lewisham area used on this page. The live breakdown is 137 Nursery, 66 Primary, 21 Secondary.
The tables keep nursery, primary, secondary and private schools separate because they do not share one comparable performance measure. Use them to build a shortlist, then check the result year, inspection date, admissions policy and official source on each school profile.
Lewisham at a Glance
Highest-listed Nurseries in Lewisham
| # | School | Area | Ofsted | Age Range | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faith Montessori Nursery Ltd | Lewisham | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
| 2 | Pitta Patta Day Nursery Limited | Lewisham | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
| 3 | The Nurtury Day Nursery & Preschool | Lewisham | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
| 4 | Indo-Chinese Little Rainbow Day Nursery | Lewisham | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
| 5 | Horizons Day Nursery & Pre-school | Lewisham | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
Ordered by the latest available Ofsted overall rating, then inspection recency. See the full methodology
Highest-listed Primary Schools in Lewisham
| # | School | Area | Ofsted | KS2 RWM % | Reading | Maths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Haberdashers' Hatcham Free School | Lewisham | Outstanding | 90% | — | — |
| 2 | St Augustine's Catholic Primary School and Nursery | Lewisham | Good | 74% | — | — |
| 3 | Eliot Bank Primary School | Lewisham | Good | 85% | — | — |
| 4 | St Margaret's Lee CofE Primary School | Lewisham | Outstanding | 78% | — | — |
| 5 | Gordonbrock Primary School | Lewisham | Outstanding | 85% | — | — |
Ordered by Classpot academic ranking using DfE KS2 progress data, with RWM expected standard used where progress data is unavailable. See the full methodology
Highest-listed Secondary Schools in Lewisham
| # | School | Area | Ofsted | Progress 8 | 5+ GCSE % | EBacc % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prendergast School | Lewisham | Outstanding | +0.57 | 78% | 79% |
| 2 | St Matthew Academy | Lewisham | Outstanding | — | 59% | 73% |
| 3 | Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham | Lewisham | — | — | 69% | 89% |
| 4 | Bonus Pastor Catholic College | Lewisham | Outstanding | +0.43 | 76% | 60% |
| 5 | Forest Hill School | Lewisham | Good | — | 73% | 39% |
Ordered by Classpot academic ranking using DfE Progress 8 data. See the full methodology
Admissions in Lewisham — Key Dates
Applications for state-funded schools are made through the local authority where the child lives. For September 2027 entry, apply by 31 October 2026 for secondary school and by 15 January 2027 for primary school. National offer days are 1 March 2027for secondary and 16 April 2027 for primary (or the next working day if needed). Opening dates, supplementary forms and local procedures vary, so confirm them with the relevant council and school.
Important: Historic applications and places describe an earlier cohort. They do not predict whether a particular child will receive an offer.
Check the official England admissions guidance →Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools and nurseries are listed in Lewisham?
Classpot currently lists 227 schools and nurseries matching the Lewisham area definition used on this page. The current breakdown is 137 Nursery, 66 Primary, 21 Secondary.
Which schools appear first in the Lewisham tables?
Haberdashers' Hatcham Free School is currently the highest-listed primary school and Prendergast School is currently the highest-listed secondary school. Primary and secondary tables use different published academic measures and are not combined into one overall league table. A position is a data comparison, not a recommendation.
How the ranking works →How do I apply for a state school in Lewisham?
Apply through the local authority where you live, even if the school is in another council area. For September 2027 entry, the national closing dates are 31 October 2026 for secondary applications and 15 January 2027 for primary applications. Check the relevant council and school admissions policies before applying.
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