Fairlawn Primary School
78%
Capacity
374
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Fairlawn Primary School
Fairlawn 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 374 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fairlawn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hania Ryans, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1875th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Fairlawn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 136 applications for 47 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairlawn Primary School include Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Fairlawn 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 | Honor Oak Road, London, Lewisham, SE23 3SB |
| Headteacher | Hania Ryans |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 374 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 374 / 480 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jun 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1875th of 13,686
Nationally
431st of 1,592
In London
7th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
78%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
136
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Honor Oak Road, London
Lewisham, SE23 3SB
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