St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School
99%
Capacity
399
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School
St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 399 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 405 places).
Ofsted has rated St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Meyer, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8333rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 59 in Lewisham.
St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 167 applications for 60 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 78 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Book Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, St Bartholomews's Church of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Peak, London, Lewisham, SE26 4LJ |
| Headteacher | Daniel Meyer |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 399 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 399 / 405 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8333rd of 13,686
Nationally
1293rd of 1,592
In London
39th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
58%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
167
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
78 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bartholomews's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
The Peak, London
Lewisham, SE26 4LJ
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