Brindishe Manor School
90%
Capacity
432
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Brindishe Manor School
Brindishe Manor School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 432 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Kate Porter, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5139th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Brindishe Manor School is a popular choice with families — it received 322 applications for 60 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brindishe Manor School include Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Brindishe Manor 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 | Leahurst Road, London, Lewisham, SE13 5LS |
| Headteacher | Kate Porter |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 432 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 432 / 480 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5139th of 13,686
Nationally
928th of 1,592
In London
24th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
67%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
322
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
87 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Leahurst Road, London
Lewisham, SE13 5LS
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