St Saviour's Catholic Primary School
91%
Capacity
209
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About St Saviour's Catholic Primary School
St Saviour's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 230 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Saviour's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Iheoma Onye, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8867th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 59 in Lewisham.
St Saviour's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 10 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
St Saviour's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Saviour's Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Athletics, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Gardening, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, St Saviour's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | 10 Bonfield Road, London, Lewisham, SE13 6AL |
| Headteacher | Iheoma Onye |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.8% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 230 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8867th of 13,686
Nationally
1332nd of 1,592
In London
43rd of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
44 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
39
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (15% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Saviour's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
10 Bonfield Road, London
Lewisham, SE13 6AL
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