Perrymount Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About Perrymount Primary School
Perrymount 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 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Perrymount Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christine Keen, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6227th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 59 in Lewisham.
Perrymount Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 29 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 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 Perrymount Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Perrymount 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 | Sunderland Road, London, Lewisham, SE23 2PX |
| Headteacher | Christine Keen |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.2% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6227th of 13,686
Nationally
1074th of 1,592
In London
31st of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
64%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
129
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sunderland Road, London
Lewisham, SE23 2PX
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