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Blackheath Prep

Lewisham, SE3 0NJPrimaryAges 3–11MixedPrivate
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
KS2 Results
No data
Competition
N/A
No data
Ranking
Not ranked

About Blackheath Prep

Parents considering Blackheath Prep will find a school that is clearly popular with local families, though the data here is more about reputation than direct parent feedback. The school does not publish a parentView recommend percentage, so we rely on other signals. With 380 pupils on roll against a capacity of 420, the school is not oversubscribed to the point of a formal ratio being published, but it is operating at roughly 90% capacity, suggesting steady demand. As a private primary in Lewisham, it competes with a strong local state sector — the nearest Outstanding-rated state school is John Ball Primary School, just 0.3 km away. Blackheath Prep’s Outstanding Ofsted rating, however, places it among only 10 Outstanding schools out of 67 primary schools in the borough, which is a strong marker of quality. The headteacher, Steve Leck, leads a mixed-gender school for ages 3 to 11, with nursery provision available from age 3.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (Private)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Address4 St Germans Place, Blackheath, Lewisham, SE3 0NJ
HeadteacherSteve Leck
Local AuthorityLewisham
Number of Pupils380
School Capacity380 / 420 (90% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Facilities

12
Art StudiosSports HallMusic RoomsGymnasiumForest SchoolOutdoor PlaygroundICT SuitePlaying FieldsSwimming PoolTheatreAstro TurfChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

TennisNetballDanceFootballAthletics

Clubs & Activities

GardeningChessFilm Club

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

SEND Support

SEN Pupil Breakdown

0

With EHC Plan

39

SEN Support

10.3% of pupils receive SEN support

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blackheath Prep

Blackheath Prep has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.