Edmund Waller Primary School

URN: 100680 • London SE14 5LY

Overview

Name
Edmund Waller Primary School
URN
100680
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anne Rennie (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
02076390436
Website
Visit
Address
Waller Road, London SE14 5LY

Summary

Edmund Waller Primary School is a community school located in Lewisham, London, catering to 432 pupils with a capacity of 451. The school promotes a nurturing environment underpinned by its core values of humanity, creativity, and ambition. These principles guide the curriculum, which is designed to be broad and balanced, reflecting the diverse intercultural community of Telegraph Hill. The school aims to foster curiosity and social responsibility among students, preparing them for the demands of the 21st century.

The curriculum includes a strong emphasis on the creative arts, with specialist teachers providing high-quality instruction in art and music. All children have opportunities to learn a musical instrument and participate in various music clubs and performances. Additionally, the school prioritises student wellbeing, teaching resilience and emotional intelligence through a comprehensive PSHE curriculum.

Edmund Waller offers wraparound care, including a breakfast club and after-school provision, as well as holiday playschemes for children in the local community. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits for prospective families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the school directly.

Key details

LA
Lewisham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
451
Pupils
432
Boys
212
Girls
220
FSM %
12.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 432 212 220 451 12.50
2024-09-11 417 209 208 451 11.70
2023-09-11 425 209 216 451 11.20
2022-09-11 425 209 216 500 11.20
2021-09-11 419 194 225 500 10.90
2020-09-11 432 209 223 500 9.20

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