Meridian Primary School
93%
Capacity
222
Pupils
6.3x
Demand
About Meridian Primary School
Meridian Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Greenwich community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 222 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Meridian Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Graham, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 902nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 57 in Greenwich.
Meridian Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 176 applications for 28 places, making it 6.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Meridian Primary School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Meridian 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 | Old Woolwich Road, London, Greenwich, SE10 9NY |
| Headteacher | Jo Graham |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.5% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 240 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
902nd of 13,686
Nationally
233rd of 1,592
In London
5th of 57
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
28%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
83%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
176
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Old Woolwich Road, London
Greenwich, SE10 9NY
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