St George's CofE Primary School
68%
Capacity
204
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St George's CofE Primary School
St George's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St George's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Darren Janes, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2172nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 59 in Lewisham.
St George's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 23 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St George's CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, St George's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Perry Vale, London, Lewisham, SE23 2NE |
| Headteacher | Darren Janes |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.3% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 300 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2172nd of 13,686
Nationally
474th of 1,592
In London
9th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
77%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
69
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St George's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Perry Vale, London
Lewisham, SE23 2NE
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