Ealdham Primary School
84%
Capacity
437
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Ealdham Primary School
Ealdham 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 437 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 520 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ealdham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher C York, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3627th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 57 in Greenwich.
Ealdham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 111 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
Ealdham Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ealdham Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Ealdham 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 | Ealdham Square, London, Greenwich, SE9 6BP |
| Headteacher | C York |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 437 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.8% |
| School Capacity | 437 / 520 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3627th of 13,686
Nationally
730th of 1,592
In London
29th of 57
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
72%
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
6Facilities 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
111
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ealdham Square, London
Greenwich, SE9 6BP
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