St Jude's Church of England Primary School
London, SE1 6HA · Southwark · primary school
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62nd 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 — 1.8/10 against 177 of them, against 1.1/10 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 40% | 0.42 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| 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 Jude's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (1.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in January 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 65 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 to reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who are below the expected standard? How does the school manage class sizes with the current intake?
What Ofsted said about St Jude's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Jude’s Church of England Primary School provides an education that meets the expected standard, with pupils making steady progress and feeling safe and valued. The school is praised for its inclusive culture, effective early years provision, and strong focus on personal development, though attendance and writing require further attention.
Strengths
- Pupils make "steady progress from their starting points" and show "secure understanding" of their learning.
- Inclusion is a clear priority, with additional needs identified quickly and support put in place promptly so pupils can "access the curriculum alongside their peers."
- The early years offer a "calm and welcoming start," with a strong focus on communication, language, and early reading.
- Personal development is supported well, helping pupils understand "fairness, kindness and responsibility" and respect the views of others.
- Safeguarding standards are met, creating an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should strengthen attendance systems to ensure "sustained improvement for all pupils," particularly for those who are persistently absent.
- The teaching of writing needs further development to ensure pupils build "secure handwriting" and write effectively for different purposes consistently across the school.
Safeguarding
The report confirms that safeguarding standards are met, noting that leaders have established an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and that pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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