John Stainer Community Primary School
94%
Capacity
421
Pupils
4.6x
Demand
About John Stainer Community Primary School
John Stainer Community 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 421 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Shermane Okorodudu, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10969th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 59 in Lewisham.
John Stainer Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 245 applications for 53 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 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 John Stainer Community Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Science Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, John Stainer Community 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 | Mantle Road, London, Lewisham, SE4 2DY |
| Headteacher | Shermane Okorodudu |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 421 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.7% |
| School Capacity | 421 / 450 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10969th of 13,686
Nationally
1476th of 1,592
In London
52nd of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
49%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
245
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mantle Road, London
Lewisham, SE4 2DY
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