Sandhurst Primary School
98%
Capacity
646
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Sandhurst Primary School
Sandhurst 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 646 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 660 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sandhurst Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Mole, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5861st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 59 in Lewisham.
Sandhurst Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 258 applications for 90 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 115 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 Sandhurst Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, Sandhurst 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 | Minard Road, London, Lewisham, SE6 1NW |
| Headteacher | James Mole |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 646 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 646 / 660 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5861st of 13,686
Nationally
1022nd of 1,592
In London
27th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
66%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
258
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
115 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Minard Road, London
Lewisham, SE6 1NW
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