Dalmain Primary School

URN: 100677 • London SE23 1AS

Overview

Name
Dalmain Primary School
URN
100677
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Erika Eisele (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086992675
Website
Visit
Address
Grove Close, London SE23 1AS

Summary

Dalmain Primary School is a mixed community school located in Forest Hill, London, with a current enrolment of 364 pupils and a capacity for 470. Established in 1874, it is the oldest state school in Lewisham, reflecting a long-standing commitment to serving its local community. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment that fosters a love of learning and critical thinking through a rich and inclusive curriculum.

The curriculum at Dalmain focuses on the development of language as a key driver, ensuring that students are equipped with essential communication skills. Alongside academic rigour, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including over 30 after-school clubs, to support the holistic development of each child. Music education is particularly emphasized, with opportunities to learn various instruments and participate in musical groups.

Dalmain Primary School promotes values of adventure, acceptance, and teamwork, encouraging pupils to demonstrate kindness and respect within a diverse community. The school welcomes prospective families to visit during Open Mornings and offers assistance with the admissions process throughout the year.

Key details

LA
Lewisham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
470
Pupils
364
Boys
197
Girls
167
FSM %
16.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 364 197 167 470 16.80
2024-09-11 365 197 168 470 18.60
2023-09-11 392 200 192 470 18.40
2022-09-11 392 200 192 470 18.40
2021-09-11 379 194 185 470 17.30
2020-09-11 406 203 203 470 16.80

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