Ashmead Primary School
87%
Capacity
388
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Ashmead Primary School
Ashmead Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 388 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ashmead Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Bickley, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9847th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Ashmead Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 187 applications for 59 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashmead Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Ashmead Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashmead Road, Deptford, London, Lewisham, SE8 4DX |
| Headteacher | Jane Bickley |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 388 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 388 / 446 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9847th of 13,686
Nationally
1403rd of 1,592
In London
47th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
187
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashmead Road, Deptford, London
Lewisham, SE8 4DX
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