Nightingale Primary School
104%
Capacity
219
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Nightingale Primary School
Nightingale 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 219 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Nightingale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Omar Jennings, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3615th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 57 in Greenwich.
Nightingale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 27 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nightingale Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Nightingale 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 | Bloomfield Road, London, Greenwich, SE18 7JJ |
| Headteacher | Omar Jennings |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.3% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 210 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3615th of 13,686
Nationally
727th of 1,592
In London
27th of 57
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
72%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
92
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 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
Bloomfield Road, London
Greenwich, SE18 7JJ
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