Horniman Primary School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About Horniman Primary School
Horniman Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Horniman Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Pickering, 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 2021st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Horniman Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 29 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horniman Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Gymnastics, Football, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Book Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Horniman 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Horniman Drive, London, Lewisham, SE23 3BP |
| Headteacher | Andrew Pickering |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.8% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Dec 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2021st of 13,686
Nationally
450th of 1,592
In London
8th 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
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
132
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 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
Horniman Drive, London
Lewisham, SE23 3BP
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