Oliver Goldsmith Primary School
78%
Capacity
376
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Oliver Goldsmith Primary School
Oliver Goldsmith Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 376 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oliver Goldsmith Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Wendy Thangarajah, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11008th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 58th out of 60 in Southwark.
Oliver Goldsmith Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 28 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 Oliver Goldsmith Primary School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Oliver Goldsmith 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 | Peckham Road, London, Southwark, SE5 8UH |
| Headteacher | Wendy Thangarajah |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 376 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.5% |
| School Capacity | 376 / 480 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11008th of 13,686
Nationally
1478th of 1,592
In London
58th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
49%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Peckham Road, London
Southwark, SE5 8UH
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