Prendergast Vale School
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Capacity
799
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Demand
About Prendergast Vale School
Prendergast Vale School in Lewisham is a mixed, all-through state school for pupils aged 3 to 16, currently home to 799 students. That figure sits against the school's published capacity, giving a clear sense of how full it is, though the data doesn't specify the exact capacity number. The school's intake reflects a broadly typical demographic for the area: the proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is not given in the data, so it's hard to compare directly with the national average, but the school's Progress 8 score of 0.04 suggests it serves a community that is academically representative of the wider population. Demand appears healthy — the school is ranked 11th out of 15 secondary schools in Lewisham by Progress 8, and while it isn't oversubscribed to the point of being among the most competitive in the borough, its position in the middle of the local league table indicates steady local interest. The nearest Outstanding-rated school, Prendergast School, is just 0.8 km away, which may influence some families' choices.
Academically, Prendergast Vale delivers solid, if not spectacular, results. Its Progress 8 score of 0.04 is classified as 'Average' and sits just below the Lewisham local authority average of 0.11. This means pupils here make progress roughly in line with the national average, though slightly less than their peers across the borough. The Attainment 8 score stands at 45.4, and 71.3% of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths, with 44.3% reaching the higher grade 5 benchmark. The school places a strong emphasis on the English Baccalaureate, with 80.9% of pupils entering EBacc subjects — well above the national average — and 42.6% achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above. Breaking down Progress 8 by subject area, the strongest performance is in EBacc subjects (0.34), while English also shows positive progress (0.2). Maths and open subjects lag slightly behind, with scores of -0.1 and -0.27 respectively. In the national rankings, the school sits in the 45th percentile for Progress 8, placing it in the middle of the pack.
The school offers a broad range of facilities that support both academic and extracurricular life, including a swimming pool, theatre, astro turf, science labs, art studios, and a sixth form centre — though the data doesn't confirm whether the sixth form is currently operational. Sports provision covers martial arts, cricket, dance, tennis, cross country, and rugby, while clubs include science club, coding, Model UN, and debate. The school has a Good Ofsted rating, and while no specific SEND information is provided in the data, the all-through structure from age 3 may appeal to families looking for continuity through primary and secondary phases. Given its middle-of-the-road academic profile and strong EBacc focus, Prendergast Vale is likely to suit families who value a broad, balanced curriculum and a wide range of enrichment opportunities, rather than those prioritising top-tier exam results or a highly selective environment.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Elmira Street, London, Lewisham, SE13 7BN |
| Headteacher | Edmund Coogan |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 799 |
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.04)
1433rd of 3,141
Nationally
348th of 487
In London
11th of 15
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Attendance & Behaviour
2022/2375% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
22
Total schools
18
Oversubscribed
16
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prendergast Vale School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Elmira Street, London
Lewisham, SE13 7BN
Journey to School
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