St James' Church of England Primary School
London, SE16 4SU · Southwark · primary school
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29th 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 — 8.9/10 against 157 of them, against 7.0/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St James' Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 16.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in rounders, cricket, football, athletics, and netball. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 403 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St James' Church of England Primary School
Overview
St James' Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "welcoming place where pupils’ well-being thrives in a happy and supportive environment." Leaders have designed an "ambitious" curriculum that fosters pupils’ "grit" and "social intelligence," ensuring high expectations for all, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The inspection confirms that staff and parents work closely together to support pupil achievement and personal growth.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with careful sequencing in many subjects to help pupils "know more and remember more."
- Reading is a priority, with a "highly structured phonics programme" ensuring pupils, including those with SEND, become "confident readers."
- Pupils receive "very secure foundations in number" in mathematics, building confidence and competence from the early years.
- Staff are "ambitious" for pupils with SEND, helping them work independently and succeed alongside peers.
- The school fosters a "vibrant and inclusive community" where pupils behave well, are "kind, and respectful," and resolve disagreements independently.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum revisions have not fully embedded in some subjects, meaning "what needs to be taught and when is not identified as consistently as it could be."
- In these specific subjects, pupils’ "knowledge and understanding of subject content is not secure," requiring further refinement to ensure consistent high achievement.
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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