Prendergast Vale School
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About Prendergast Vale School
Prendergast Vale School is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 16. The school has 799 pupils on roll.
Ofsted has rated Prendergast Vale School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Edmund Coogan, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.04 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 45.4. Additionally, ranked 1433rd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 15 in Lewisham.
On-site facilities at Prendergast Vale School include Tennis Courts, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Swimming Pool, Theatre, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Art Studios, Astro Turf, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Martial Arts, Cricket, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Coding, Book Club and 3 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in Lewisham, Prendergast Vale 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 | 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
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Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prendergast Vale School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
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Understanding Progress 8
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School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
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School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
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Contact Information
Elmira Street, London
Lewisham, SE13 7BN
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