St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School
St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Derham, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7412th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 59 in Lewisham.
St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 15 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (31 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, St John Baptist Southend 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Beachborough Road, Bromley, Lewisham, BR1 5RL |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Derham |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.2% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7412th of 13,686
Nationally
1215th of 1,592
In London
38th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
31 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John Baptist Southend Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Beachborough Road, Bromley
Lewisham, BR1 5RL
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