Oak Gardens Primary School
88%
Capacity
184
Pupils
5.3x
Demand
About Oak Gardens Primary School
Oak Gardens 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 184 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Oak Gardens Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dean Gordon, 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 6726th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Oak Gardens Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 11 places, making it 5.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oak Gardens Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Oak Gardens 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 | Thornville Street, London, Lewisham, SE8 4QB |
| Headteacher | Dean Gordon |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 184 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.7% |
| School Capacity | 184 / 210 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6726th of 13,686
Nationally
1131st of 1,592
In London
34th 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
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
58
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thornville Street, London
Lewisham, SE8 4QB
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