Edmund Waller Primary School
96%
Capacity
432
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Edmund Waller Primary School
Edmund Waller Primary 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 near full capacity (96% of 451 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Edmund Waller Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anne Rennie, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3000th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Edmund Waller Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 200 applications for 59 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Edmund Waller Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Edmund Waller 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 | Waller Road, London, Lewisham, SE14 5LY |
| Headteacher | Anne Rennie |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 432 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 432 / 451 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3000th of 13,686
Nationally
624th of 1,592
In London
14th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
74%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
200
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
83 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Waller Road, London
Lewisham, SE14 5LY
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