Bannockburn Primary School
99%
Capacity
880
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Bannockburn Primary School
Bannockburn Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Greenwich community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 880 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 892 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Rachel Ford, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
Bannockburn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 181 applications for 90 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
Bannockburn Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 75% recommending the school (53 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bannockburn Primary School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Bannockburn 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 | Plumstead High Street, London, Greenwich, SE18 1HE |
| Headteacher | Rachel Ford |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 880 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 880 / 892 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
53 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
181
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Plumstead High Street, London
Greenwich, SE18 1HE
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