Rye Oak Primary School
London, SE15 3PD · Southwark · primary school
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58th 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 — 2.6/10 against 1,022 of them, against 2.1/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rye Oak Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 265 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 are below the national median in literacy and numeracy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment towards the higher standard? How does the current Ofsted rating reflect recent changes in teaching practice?
What Ofsted said about Rye Oak Primary School
Overview
Rye Oak Primary School is rated as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, including overall effectiveness, the quality of education, and leadership. Leaders provide a ‘safe, positive and stimulating school environment’ where pupils are happy and enjoy strong relationships with staff. The school fosters a culture that ‘embraces difference’ and supports pupils in developing resilience and independence.
Strengths
- Leaders have created an ‘ambitious curriculum’ with well-developed thinking about key knowledge and vocabulary.
- Teachers present information clearly and help pupils achieve ‘deep subject-specific knowledge’ while clarifying misconceptions.
- There is a ‘high priority on early reading’, with consistent phonics training ensuring pupils learn letter sounds quickly and blend effectively.
- Staff support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to access the same curriculum as their peers, using resources to aid understanding.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of opportunities for personal development, including debating issues and campaigning on environmental concerns.
Areas to improve
- Sometimes, teaching does not account for pupils’ prior learning effectively, meaning pupils are not fully ready for future content.
- Leaders should ensure they use formative assessment consistently so that pupils’ recall of prior knowledge prepares them for new learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with secure systems to monitor vulnerable pupils and staff who are trained to identify concerns and act swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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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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