Kilmorie Primary School
90%
Capacity
629
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Kilmorie Primary School
Kilmorie 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 629 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 700 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kilmorie Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dennis Irwin, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6860th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Kilmorie Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 236 applications for 90 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kilmorie Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Kilmorie 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 | Kilmorie Road, London, Lewisham, SE23 2SP |
| Headteacher | Dennis Irwin |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 629 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.0% |
| School Capacity | 629 / 700 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6860th of 13,686
Nationally
1145th of 1,592
In London
35th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
63%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
236
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kilmorie Road, London
Lewisham, SE23 2SP
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