Athelney Primary School
65%
Capacity
385
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Athelney Primary School
Athelney Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 385 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Athelney Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher K Wong, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12250th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Athelney Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 28 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Athelney Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Athelney 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Athelney Street, London, Lewisham, SE6 3LD |
| Headteacher | K Wong |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 385 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.0% |
| School Capacity | 385 / 596 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12250th of 13,686
Nationally
1549th of 1,592
In London
55th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Athelney Street, London
Lewisham, SE6 3LD
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