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Sydenham School

London · Lewisham · SE26 4RD. secondary · Community school · State-funded · Ages 11 to 18. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Published snapshot

Figures come from the same Lewisham index as the compare tool. Gaps are common — treat blanks as prompts to dig deeper, not as a verdict.

Ofsted overall
Good
KS2 RWM expected
—
Attainment 8
50.8
English & maths 9–4
73%

Ofsted publication date: 21/09/2022. Open Ofsted report

Common questions

Short factual answers from published data — use the compare tool and a visit for fit, not tables alone.

What is Sydenham School's Ofsted rating?

Sydenham School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 21/09/2022). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

What are Sydenham School's GCSE outcomes?

Published Attainment 8 is 50.8. English and maths 9–4: 73%. Use alongside inspection excerpts and visits — tables alone do not show everyday teaching.

Where is Sydenham School?

Sydenham School is in London (SE26 4RD), Lewisham. URN 100741.

How do I compare Sydenham School with nearby schools?

Open School Compass with Sydenham School shortlisted, enter your home postcode, tick two to four neighbours, then compare side by side and print a visit pack. School Compass is parental compare — patterns to visit on, not a ranked verdict.

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Sydenham School
URN: 100741
Local authority: Lewisham
Town: London
Postcode: SE26 4RD
Ofsted overall: Good (21/09/2022)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-09-24
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/100741/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

How to use this page

Open the compare tool with Sydenham School already shortlisted, add neighbours from your postcode, then print a visit pack.

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