Good Shepherd RC School
73%
Capacity
212
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Good Shepherd RC School
Good Shepherd RC School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 212 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Good Shepherd RC School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lisa De Souza, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11417th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Good Shepherd RC School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 27 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Good Shepherd RC School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (16 responses).
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 Good Shepherd RC School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Good Shepherd RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Moorside Road, Bromley, Lewisham, BR1 5EP |
| Headteacher | Lisa De Souza |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 290 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11417th of 13,686
Nationally
1501st of 1,592
In London
54th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
16 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Good Shepherd RC School
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Contact Information
Moorside Road, Bromley
Lewisham, BR1 5EP
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