Albion Primary School
London, SE16 7JD · Southwark · primary school
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38th of 62 primary schools in Southwark we can score, 66 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.9/10 against 1,703 of them, against 5.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Albion Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access Albion Clubs, Jazz Project, Mathletics, Rock Stars, Spelling Shed, Peer Mediators, Play Makers, and Commando Course. The Music Academy supports arts and music, while trips include the China Exchange and visits to Chinese schools in 2025. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 401 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the China Exchange trip? How are class sizes managed given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Albion Primary School
Overview
Albion Primary School is judged ‘Good’ overall, with ‘Outstanding’ personal development. Leaders promote “unwavering high ambitions” for all pupils, fostering a culture where children “enjoy being taught new things” and demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning. The school provides a broad, enriching curriculum supported by a “highly coordinated approach” to extra-curricular activities and community engagement.
Strengths
- Personal development is ‘Outstanding’, with pupils confidently discussing issues such as racism and homophobia, and feeling safe to discuss their feelings.
- Staff deliver a consistent phonics programme, ensuring pupils “show perseverance when they meet challenges” and read books matching their known sounds.
- The learning environment is “spacious, attractive and stimulating,” with well-organised resources that support pupil independence.
- Pupils benefit from extensive clubs, educational visits, and tailored activities for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Behaviour is managed effectively through core values like kindness, resulting in “extremely rare” low-level disruptions.
Areas to improve
- The school should develop subject leadership in foundation subjects to ensure teachers are supported to deliver the intended curriculum “consistently and securely.”
- The school must continue working with parents to improve attendance, as rates of persistent absence remain high, particularly for pupils with SEND.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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