Bellenden Primary School
London, SE15 4JP · Southwark · primary school
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36th 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 — 7.5/10 against 1,294 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bellenden Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 221 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How does the curriculum adapt to the diverse backgrounds of the student body?
What Ofsted said about Bellenden Primary School
Overview
Bellenden Primary School is described as a "small and nurturing school" where pupils feel "well supported, engaged and prepared for the future." The report highlights that the school is "at the centre of its community," with pupils demonstrating "positive attitudes to school" and enjoying their learning.
Strengths
- Staff teach an "ambitious curriculum" well, particularly in mathematics and reading, where pupils develop "detailed and deep knowledge."
- The "ambitious phonics programme" is taught consistently, ensuring older pupils become "confident, fluent readers."
- Leaders "quickly and accurately identify the needs of pupils with SEND," adapting lessons to help them learn the curriculum effectively.
- Pupils exhibit excellent behaviour, "concentrate well in class," and take pride in presenting their work neatly.
- The governing body "challenge[s] and support[s] the school effectively," while leaders take staff workload "very seriously."
Areas to improve
- The early years curriculum is not taught as thoroughly as intended; activities must be suitable for "strengthening children’s learning and development."
- The curriculum in a "small number of foundations subjects" is less effective, meaning pupils’ understanding is not "extended and deepened as well" as in other areas.
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 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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