Heber Primary School
London, SE22 9LA · Southwark · primary school
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33rd 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 the 4,318 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7/10 among them, against 6.2/10 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 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Heber 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 8.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Art Club, School Council, and Eco Committee, play netball and rugby, and visit the National Portrait Gallery, Dulwich Park, and the Natural History Museum. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 447 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Heber Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that Heber Primary School’s work has “improved significantly across all areas” since its previous rating. The school is described as a place where pupils are “highly motivated” by an “ambitious” curriculum and where staff and families share a strong sense of community. Consequently, the next inspection will be a graded one to formally assess these improvements.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “highly ambitious” and “well-sequenced,” ensuring pupils “learn and remember knowledge very well” from early years through to Year 6.
- Staff “excellently check on pupils’ learning” to quickly identify and fill gaps, using evidence to refine teaching and support.
- Reading is taught via a “carefully planned and sequenced phonics programme,” with specific help ensuring pupils who fall behind “catch up quickly.”
- Behaviour is “exemplary” and attendance is “above the national average,” supported by high expectations and extensive family support.
- The school provides “carefully targeted support” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with parents praising its impact.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with pupils kept safe and encouraged to talk to staff about any worries.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 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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