Nursery Places Available
If you have a child who turns 4 years old between 1st September 2026 and 31st August 2027 and you would like to enrol them at Torridon nursery, please get an application from the office or request one by email from: admin@torridonprimary.lewisham.sch.uk.
We have limited spaces. To avoid disappointment, please request and apply as soon as possible.
OFSTED
Gold ArtsMark
We are very proud to have been awarded Gold Artsmark accreditation.
‘Torridon Primary School presents a compelling picture of a setting in which the arts are embedded across the curriculum and are integral to the school’s identity, values, and inclusive ethos. The school’s work is underpinned by a strong sense of purpose, with the arts used deliberately to reflect a diverse community, support pupil wellbeing, and promote high standards of teaching and learning. There is strong evidence of thoughtful co-production with cultural partners, such as Ballet Black and Trinity Laban, that informs not only pupil experiences but also staff development and curriculum content. These are not one-off experiences but part of a coherent and evolving model of cultural learning. The level of partnership working and the quality of provision achieved through it represent a real strength of the submission. Another key strength lies in pupil voice and leadership. Children are empowered to shape and contribute to the school’s arts provision, through mechanisms like the Unity dance group and arts ambassador roles. The result is an environment where creative confidence and personal expression are highly valued, and pupils develop a deep sense of ownership over their learning in the arts. While the quality and reach of the school’s partnerships are high, the outward-facing influence of this work is still developing. As such, it may wish to consider how to formalise its role in sharing practice more widely, whether through networks, training, or strategic partnerships. Additionally, there is scope to continue strengthening documentation and dissemination of impact beyond the school community. Overall, this is a strong setting with values led practice that feels very embedded. Torridon has made significant progress since the start of their Artsmark journey. With its clear vision, inclusive values, and commitment to excellence, the school is now well placed to consolidate its achievements by deepening connections to other settings.‘ Artsmark Assessors comment
Forest School
Torridon is very excited to have Forest School provision all year round. We have a fantastic Forest School teacher as part of our team. Reception children have weekly forest school experiences, and the rest of the school have at least two half term worth of sessions through the year.
Forest School is a unique educational experience that offers children the opportunity to develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on learning experiences in a woodland environment.
Children engage in tasks and activities throughout the year and in almost all weathers. Children will play, learn and begin to understand the boundaries of behaviour, both physical and social. They will grow in confidence, self- esteem and motivation whilst developing an understanding of the natural world.
OPAL (Outdoor Play And Learning)
We are very excited to be an OPAL (Outside Play And Learning) school.
OPAL is based on the idea that, as well as learning through good teaching, children also learn when they play. As 20% of their time in school is playtime, we want to make sure that this amount of time (equivalent to 1.4 years of primary school) is as good as possible.
With the children, we have created many areas in our playground. We now have a mud cafe, a huge sandpit, water play area, small world area, dressing up and performance area, wheels area and ball court. The children are really enjoying our new playground areas.
Rights Respecting School - SILVER LEVEL
We are very pleased to announce that Torridon Primary School has been awarded the UNICEF SILVER: Rights Committed Award.
A Rights Respecting School is a community where children’s rights are learned, taught, practiced, respected, protected and promoted.
At Torridon Primary School we aim to have the children’s rights at the heart of our ethos and culture, to improve well-being and to develop every child’s talents and abilities to reach their full potential.
We have successfully achieved the Silver Award: Rights Aware, we are now working towards achieving Gold: Rights Respecting.
If you wish to find out more information about the award, visit:
https://www.unicef.org.uk/rights-respecting-schools/getting-started/gold/
https://www.unicef.org.uk/rights-respecting-schools/getting-started/silver/
Primary Science Quality Mark
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded the Primary Science Quality Mark, celebrating a commitment to developing excellence in science leadership, curriculum design, teaching and learning. PSQM is a comprehensive year-long professional development and school improvement programme that gives primary science subject leaders the knowledge, capability and support needed to improve the quality and profile of science education across the entire school. The Primary Science Quality Mark is led by the University of Hertfordshire. Helen Sizer, PSQM Director said: ‘The Primary Science Quality Mark recognises a whole school commitment to raising the profile and quality of science education, helping children recognise the value and relevance of science in their lives – both now and in the future. Achievement of the Quality Mark reflects the development of effective science leadership, visionary curriculum design and excellent teaching practice which is positively impacting on children’s learning across the school. We have been impressed by the dedication of subject leaders, teachers, headteachers, pupils, parents, and governors alike – they all have reason to be incredibly proud.’
Live Dance Catford Broadway
Live Dance – Catford Broadway Theatre
Our year 6 dancers were amazing at LIVE DANCE 26.
Live Dance is a celebration of dance that champions and celebrates dance in schools within Lewisham at The Catford Broadway Theatre each year.
Our talented Year 6 dancers proudly performed at The Catford Broadway, showcasing an original piece created entirely by the dancers.
Their work was inspired by the themes of sight, mind and touch, which were thoughtfully explored through movement and prop deign.
The performance was part of Lewisham schools dance festival, Live Dance 2926 organised by Trinity Laban.
The event provided a fantastic opportunity for our dancers to perform on a professional stage and celebrate their hard work and artistic expression.
Free School Meals and Pupil Premium
How might a child be eligible for FSM or Pupil Premium Funding?
A child may be eligible to receive the Pupil Premium Grant/Free School Meals if the parent and carer receives any of the following
- Income Support
- Income-based Jobseekers Allowance
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
- Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
- the guaranteed element of State Pension Credit
- Child Tax Credit (provided you’re not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190)
- Working Tax Credit run-on – paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit
- Universal Credit
Children under the compulsory school age who are in full time education may also be able to get Pupil Premium Grant/Free School Meals.
What is pupil premium and who is eligible for it?
Pupil Premium is funding from the Government to help the school address the current national underlying inequalities between children eligible for free school meals (FSM) and their peers. The funding is to ensure that provision is in place for those disadvantaged children who need it most.
Since the introduction of Free School Meals for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, these children may miss out on this additional funding. We do encourage parents to complete online Free-School-Meals application, if they think they may be eligible, even if they do not need to claim a free meal. Please call the school office 0208 697 2762 if you would like assistance with your online application or more information.
Mayor Of London - Sadiq Khan - came to visit Torridon
We were very excited to welcome the Mayor Of London, Sadiq Khan on Tuesday 9th January , who came to visit us along with his Deputy Mayor and some of the Lewisham Council members. He made a very important announcement about extending his Universal Free School Meals initiative for another year. This means that all primary school children in London will be entitled to a healthy, nutritious lunch free of charge. He enjoyed having lunch with some of the children and they had great fun chatting to him and asking him lots of questions. Tommy and Miracle (Year 4) did a fantastic job of interviewing him – they were just as professional as the interviewers from the BBC and ITV! As always, our chef Raheem and his wonderful team did a great job with the lunch menu. All in all, it was a very proud day for Torridon.
Visit from Korky Paul
Some of our children’s illustrations have been published in the latest Winne the Witch book!
Last year Korky got in touch with us and asked us to get the children to design a witch that celebrated our difference, the creative team sent Korky 60 drawings that the children created focusing on celebrating our diversity. From the 60 drawings Korky and his team selected 28 drawings to appear in the end papers of the book. The Creative team couldn’t be prouder, and Korky couldn’t stop raving about what a talent bunch of children we have at Torridon. Well done guys!!
Full Time Meals
We were so excited to welcome Chef Tom Kerridge to Torridon. We had such fun cooking with him and our own Chartwell’s Chef Raheem. We are pleased to be part of the Full Time Meals campaign.
School Chef of the Year
We are so proud of our fabulous chef Raheem. He has been awarded SCHOOL CHEF OF THE YEAR! It is so well deserved. He is an incredible talent and we are so lucky to have him here at Torridon. Well done Raheem!
