The Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie
LONDON, SE1 1HG · Southwark · primary school
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1st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 10.0/10 against 3,450 of them, against 9.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 93.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.95 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 41.0 · 100 | 25% | 2.49 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 93.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. 41.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in January 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (10.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in rounders, nativity plays, musicals, and Easter performances.
Getting in
The published school roll is 217 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 curriculum support pupils who are already meeting the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who need additional help to reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about The Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are "very proud" and feel part of a "big family," benefiting from an "excellent education." Leaders have developed a "highly ambitious curriculum" that is "very well sequenced," ensuring pupils are "exceptionally well prepared for Year 7."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "consistently strong in all subjects," with logical progression from early years through to Year 6.
- Reading is "at the heart of the school curriculum," with staff acting as "well-trained experts" in phonics who ensure pupils develop "reading fluency swiftly."
- Pupils display "exceptional" behaviour, being "incredibly polite, respectful, kind and considerate," with bullying described as "extremely rare."
- Personal development is promoted "exceptionally well," with older pupils taking on leadership roles such as leading worship and supporting younger peers.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective, with "bespoke support" ensuring they "access the same learning as their peers" and "achieve highly."
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff who are "well trained" to spot signs of abuse and work closely with external agencies to secure help for families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 97% |
| 2023/24 | 92% |
| 2024/25 | 93% |
| 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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