Alfred Salter Primary School
London, SE16 7LP · Southwark · primary school
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22nd 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 — 8.9/10 against 2,609 of them, against 7.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alfred Salter Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 18.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Japanese, Yoga, French Club, Debate Mate, Drama Club, Circus Skills, and Art Club. Sports include Millwall Football Training, Athletics, and Girls' Football, while arts and music cover Guitar, Keyboard, and Violin. Trips visit the Tower of London, Houses of Parliament, and Farms for City Children. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 403 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the debate or drama clubs? How does the school manage transitions for pupils moving between year groups?
What Ofsted said about Alfred Salter Primary School
Overview
Alfred Salter Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are “delighted to be a part of this school” and look forward to their learning. Leaders ensure a “well-rounded experience” with a “full and well-structured curriculum” that promotes continuous progression and high achievement, particularly in mathematics.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, are “confident, courteous, and kind,” and respect the cultures and beliefs of others.
- The curriculum is clear and engaging, helping pupils use subject-specific vocabulary accurately, such as distinguishing between “empire, dynasty,” and “kingdom” in history.
- Teaching effectively anticipates difficulties; for example, clarifying “profit and loss” definitions helps pupils solve complex mathematics problems.
- Phonics is taught “consistently well,” with effective support ensuring the great majority of pupils read with increasing fluency.
- Staff workload is considered when introducing new initiatives, supported by an “open-door policy” for discussing concerns.
Areas to improve
- The school should continue to support all pupils to attend regularly, as low attendance prevents some, particularly disadvantaged pupils, from achieving as well as they could.
- Leaders need to ensure teachers provide more opportunities for pupils to practise blending sounds when reading longer words, as some struggle with fluency.
Safeguarding
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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