Grinling Gibbons Primary School
94%
Capacity
222
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Grinling Gibbons Primary School
Grinling Gibbons 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 222 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 235 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grinling Gibbons Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dean Gordon, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6271st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 59 in Lewisham.
Grinling Gibbons Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 29 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grinling Gibbons Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Grinling Gibbons 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 | Clyde Street, London, Lewisham, SE8 5LW |
| Headteacher | Dean Gordon |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.7% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 235 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6271st of 13,686
Nationally
1078th of 1,592
In London
32nd of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
64%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 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.
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Contact Information
Clyde Street, London
Lewisham, SE8 5LW
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