Conisborough College
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About Conisborough College
Conisborough College in Lewisham was rated Requires Improvement in its most recent Ofsted inspection, and its academic data tells a story that parents will want to examine closely. The school’s Progress 8 score for the 2023/24 academic year was -0.39, which means pupils on average achieved nearly half a grade less per subject than their peers nationally with similar starting points. This places the school in the bottom 50 nationally and ranks it 15th out of 15 secondary schools in Lewisham, the lowest in the local authority. The local authority average Progress 8 score is 0.11, so Conisborough sits well below that benchmark. The Attainment 8 score of 35.1 is also modest, and only 36.2% of pupils achieved a grade 5 or above in English and maths GCSEs. The school’s EBacc entry rate is low at 14.9%, and just 3.4% of pupils entered the full EBacc and achieved a grade 5 or above in both English and maths.
Digging deeper into the Progress 8 breakdown, there are notable variations between subjects. Pupils’ progress in maths was close to the national average, with a score of -0.07, and in English it was -0.05, both of which are broadly in line with expectations. However, progress in the EBacc subjects was significantly weaker at -0.72, and the open element of the curriculum showed a score of -0.58. This suggests that while core English and maths provision is relatively stable, the wider curriculum is where pupils are falling behind. The EBacc average point score of 2.91 is below the national average, and only 7.5% of pupils achieved a grade 5 or above in both English and maths. The school’s ranking within London is 447th out of 487 schools, placing it in the bottom 10% of the region. For context, the nearest Outstanding-rated school is Bonus Pastor Catholic College, 1.1 km away.
Conisborough College is a mixed secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 16, with 757 pupils on roll. The school offers a wide range of facilities including a swimming pool, astro turf, sports hall, tennis courts, theatre, art studios, and a library, which suggests a genuine investment in extracurricular provision. Sports on offer include football, swimming, cross country, basketball, hockey, dance, and tennis, while clubs range from chess and science club to drama, eco club, and coding. The school also has a chapel on site, despite having no religious character. Given its Requires Improvement rating and below-average Progress 8 score, this school may suit families who live very locally and value the breadth of facilities and clubs over academic outcomes, or who are willing to work closely with the school to support their child’s progress. Oversubscription data is not available, but the low ranking in Lewisham may mean places are more accessible than at higher-performing local schools.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Conisborough Crescent, London, Lewisham, SE6 2SE |
| Headteacher | Lucy Oragano |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 757 |
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.39)
2438th of 3,141
Nationally
447th of 487
In London
15th of 15
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Attendance & Behaviour
2023/2475% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
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Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
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Total schools
12
Oversubscribed
11
Primary
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Frequently Asked Questions About Conisborough College
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Conisborough Crescent, London
Lewisham, SE6 2SE
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