If you would like your child or children to come to Downderry, please take up our invitation to visit the school to find out more about us.

September 2024 Starters - Reception Open Morning

Our next open morning is Tuesday 9th January, 9:30am

To book a place please call 0208 698 5768

https://www.downderryprimaryschool.com/virtual-open-day/

Nursery

If you would like a place in a Nursery Class (3-4 years old), you will then need to complete an application form available from the school office. 

Children are usually offered a part time nursery place the term after their third birthday. In some cases, names have to go on a waiting list.

Please get in touch if you have any other questions or need more details.

Reception Class Admissions for September 2024

If your child was born between 1st September 2019 and 31st August 2020, you will need to apply for a reception class place to start in September 2024. Parents are able to apply as soon as the new school year begins in September 2023. The deadline for applications is Monday 15th January 2024.

Please apply online at www.eadmissions.org.uk

The Lewisham council website contains information for Lewisham residents about applying to primary schools in Lewisham.

Your will need to provide the following documents to support your application: click here

In-Year admissions

In-Year admissions are dealt with through Lewisham Council general enquiry line, open daily from 9:00am - 12:00pm. 0208 314 8282

Transition onto Secondary school

As part of the transition from Primary onto Secondary school, our learning mentor has several parents’ evenings throughout the summer term outlining the process. Parents are also assisted with completing the online CAF (Common Application Form) and with organising visits of secondary schools.