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Beecroft Garden Primary

Beecroft Garden Primary

Lewisham, SE4 2BSPrimary School·Ages 4-11
GoodQuality of Ed.

93%

Capacity

392

Pupils

4.7x

Demand

About Beecroft Garden Primary

Beecroft Garden Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 392 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places).

Ofsted has rated Beecroft Garden Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Graham Voller, it falls under Lewisham local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3769th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 59 in Lewisham.

Beecroft Garden Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 282 applications for 60 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.

Beecroft Garden Primary parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (101 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Beecroft Garden Primary include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Beecroft Garden Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBeecroft Road, London, Lewisham, SE4 2BS
HeadteacherGraham Voller
Local AuthorityLewisham
Number of Pupils392
Free School Meals (FSM)20.9%
School Capacity392 / 420 (93% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

15 Oct 2024
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Quality of Education

Good

Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade

Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)

3769th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

750th of 1,592

In London

Top 50%

16th of 59

In Lewisham

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

71%

Expected Standard

9%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 108
Expected:91%
Higher:43%
Writing
Expected:79%
Higher:11%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:88%
Higher:27%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -5%

'22/23

76%

'23/24

71%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

101 responses

Would Recommend This School

92%Excellent
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
Bullying dealt with
15%
Concerns dealt with
55%
SEND support
65%
Strengths95%+ agree
Feels safeClubs & activities

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionPhysicalSevere Learning

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

5
LibraryPlaying FieldsGymnasiumForest SchoolChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

TennisCricketCross CountryFootball

Clubs & Activities

Film ClubDramaEco ClubBook ClubChoirScience Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

60

Applications

282

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio4.7x
0x1x2x3x5x+

54 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Beecroft Garden Primary

Beecroft Garden Primary has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

02086922762www.beecroftgarden.lewisham.sch.uk/

Beecroft Road, London

Lewisham, SE4 2BS

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Beecroft Road, London

Lewisham, SE4 2BS

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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