St George's Church of England Primary School
London, SE5 7TF · Southwark · primary school
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55th 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 — 4.8/10 against 624 of them, against 3.1/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St George's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the BF Club and participate in Ball Skills, Athletics, Netball, Football, Dance, and Swimming. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 136 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the curriculum adapt for pupils with diverse learning needs?
What Ofsted said about St George's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St George’s Church of England Primary School is rated ‘Good’ overall, with ‘Outstanding’ personal development. The report describes a school where pupils enjoy learning, behave well, and are supported to become “tolerant, confident, and articulate individuals.” Leaders have high expectations, and the curriculum is generally well thought out, though consistency in teaching practice requires attention.
Strengths
- Pupils are “keen to talk about their learning experiences” and take pride in their work, showing “incredible support and empathy towards each other.”
- Personal development is exceptional, with leaders providing “exceptional opportunities” that help pupils understand their place in the world and value different beliefs.
- Staff effectively support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring they can “access learning successfully” with the belief that “there are no limits to what they can achieve.”
- Reading is prioritised, with staff quickly identifying needs for pupils with limited English to help them develop “reading fluency and confidence well.”
- The school fosters a “highly welcoming” culture with strong community links and effective governance.
Areas to improve
- The school must develop staff’s subject-specific expertise to ensure the curriculum is implemented consistently, as inconsistent teaching currently “limits some pupils’ subject-specific understanding.”
- Leaders should continue building on recent improvements in mathematics and writing to ensure outcomes for Year 6 pupils improve rapidly, following low attainment in 2022.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with rigorous processes for identifying vulnerable pupils and following up concerns with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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