Kelvin Grove Primary School
87%
Capacity
547
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Kelvin Grove Primary School
Kelvin Grove 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 547 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kelvin Grove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Hyde, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8894th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Kelvin Grove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 143 applications for 61 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
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 Kelvin Grove Primary School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Athletics, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Kelvin Grove 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 | Kelvin Grove, London, Lewisham, SE26 6BB |
| Headteacher | Ian Hyde |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 547 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.9% |
| School Capacity | 547 / 630 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8894th of 13,686
Nationally
1336th of 1,592
In London
44th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed61
143
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kelvin Grove, London
Lewisham, SE26 6BB
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