St Winifred's RC Primary School
91%
Capacity
383
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Winifred's RC Primary School
St Winifred's RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Lewisham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 383 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Winifred's RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Gillespie, it falls under Lewisham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4681st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 59 in Lewisham.
St Winifred's RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 53 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
St Winifred's RC Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (10 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Winifred's RC Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewisham, St Winifred's RC 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 | Newstead Road, London, Lewisham, SE12 0SJ |
| Headteacher | Claire Gillespie |
| Local Authority | Lewisham |
| Number of Pupils | 383 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 383 / 420 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4681st of 13,686
Nationally
860th of 1,592
In London
20th of 59
In Lewisham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
10 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Winifred's RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Newstead Road, London
Lewisham, SE12 0SJ
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