Dulwich Hamlet Junior School
London, SE21 7AL · Southwark · primary school
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5th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.6/10 against 4,259 of them, against 9.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 84.0 · 93 | 40% | 3.72 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 28.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Dulwich Hamlet Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 84.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 28.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Arts & Crafts, Dance, and Quiz Night clubs, or play Basketball, Tennis, and Badminton. Instrumental lessons and music ensembles are available. Both breakfast and after-school clubs operate to support families.
Getting in
The published school roll is 374 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to fit into a typical school day?
What Ofsted said about Dulwich Hamlet Junior School
Overview
Pupils “thrive” at this school, benefiting from a “glittering curriculum” that is described as “broad, balanced and stimulating.” Leaders have cultivated an environment where pupils develop “curiosity, independence and resilience,” resulting in “exceptionally positive attitudes to learning” and high attendance. The report highlights that staff are highly skilled and that the school maintains a strong culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “sequenced carefully” with thoughtful links between subjects, such as connecting reading themes to music, art, and geography, to deepen understanding.
- Reading is prioritised with a curriculum reflecting community diversity; pupils who need support are “identified early” and provided with tools to decode words fluently.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “very well supported” to access the full curriculum alongside their classmates.
- A “carefully thought-out programme of enrichment activities” ensures pupils from all backgrounds access opportunities, with high uptake in clubs and leadership roles.
- Staff benefit from “highly effective ongoing training and development,” and governors are “well placed to fulfil their statutory duties.”
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with leaders having “embedded a very strong culture of safeguarding and vigilance” where staff are trained to report concerns and pupils know how to stay safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 84% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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