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Schools in SE1, Southwark

A postcode district in Southwark

  • Postcode district
  • 43 schools and nurseries

In short: SE1, Southwark is a postcode district in Southwark with 17 primary schools, 12 secondary schools and 16 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries4317 primary · 12 secondary · 16 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in SE1, Southwark

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All SE1, Southwark primary schools

Top Primary Schools in SE1, Southwark

17 in SE1, Southwark, best first

Charles Dickens Primary School

London, SE1 1AF · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

120 first choices, 59 offers made

Met the standard at 1192%

England 62%

Days missed
3.7%
Pupils
494
Pupils per teacher
18.3
View school Charles Dickens Primary School

Top Secondary Schools in SE1, Southwark

12 in SE1, Southwark, best first

Oasis Academy South Bank

London, SE1 7HS · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

153 first choices, 116 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1656.7

England 46.2

Days missed
5.7%
Pupils
691
Pupils per teacher
13.4
View school Oasis Academy South Bank

City of London Academy (Southwark)

London, SE1 5LA · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results above the England average.

223 first choices, 240 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1649.0

England 46.2

Days missed
7.9%
Pupils
1,589
Pupils per teacher
17.0
View school City of London Academy (Southwark)

Ark Globe Academy

London, SE1 6AG · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 18

  • Ofsted:Strong standard or better

Results well above the England average.

57 first choices, 81 offers made

Met the standard at 1175%

England 62%

Days missed
7.2%
Pupils
1,272
Pupils per teacher
20.2
View school Ark Globe Academy

Nurseries in SE1, Southwark

16 in SE1, Southwark, highest Ofsted grade first

St Patrick's

London, SE1 8TH · Nursery

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.

View school St Patrick's

Arc Nursery

London, SE1 3YD · Nursery

  • Ofsted:Good

Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.

View school Arc Nursery

Sixth Forms in SE1, Southwark

10 in SE1, Southwark, by the school's Eduscope score

Oasis Academy South Bank

London, SE1 7HS · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

153 first choices, 116 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1656.7

England 46.2

Days missed
5.7%
Pupils
691
Pupils per teacher
13.4
View school Oasis Academy South Bank

City of London Academy (Southwark)

London, SE1 5LA · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results above the England average.

223 first choices, 240 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1649.0

England 46.2

Days missed
7.9%
Pupils
1,589
Pupils per teacher
17.0
View school City of London Academy (Southwark)

Ark Globe Academy

London, SE1 6AG · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 18

  • Ofsted:Strong standard or better

Results well above the England average.

57 first choices, 81 offers made

Met the standard at 1175%

England 62%

Days missed
7.2%
Pupils
1,272
Pupils per teacher
20.2
View school Ark Globe Academy

Special Schools in SE1, Southwark

5 in SE1, Southwark. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Beormund Primary School

London, SE1 3PS · Special · Primary · Ages 5 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
10.1%
Pupils
37
Pupils per teacher
4.6
View school Beormund Primary School

Evelina Hospital School

London, SE1 7EH · Special · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
117
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Evelina Hospital School

Spa School, Bermondsey

London, SE1 5RN · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
13.8%
Pupils
122
Pupils per teacher
9.7
View school Spa School, Bermondsey

Private Schools in SE1, Southwark

4 in SE1, Southwark. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Imperial Oak School

London, SE1 6TU · Independent · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 4 areas

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
21
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Imperial Oak School

DLD College

Se1 7fx · Independent · Secondary · Ages 13 to 21

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
306
Pupils per teacher
–
View school DLD College
The map

Every school in SE1, Southwark, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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DLD College, InspectedKintore Way Nursery School, OutstandingGrange Primary School, Good in every areaSnowsfields Primary School, GoodTower Bridge Primary School, Good or betterPhoenix Primary School, Outstanding in every areaBoutcher Church of England Primary School, OutstandingSaint Joseph's Catholic Primary School, the Borough, GoodSt Jude's Church of England Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaThe Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie, OutstandingSt Saviour's and St Olave's Church of England School, GoodFriars Primary Foundation School, GoodEvelina Hospital School, OutstandingBeormund Primary School, OutstandingCity of London Academy (Southwark), Expected standard or betterArk Walworth Academy, GoodLondon Christian School, InspectedArk Globe Academy, Strong standard or betterOasis Academy South Bank Primary, GoodOasis Academy South Bank, OutstandingSpa School, Bermondsey, GoodHaberdashers' Borough Academy, GoodCharles Dickens Primary School, OutstandingNotre Dame Catholic Girls' School, Needs attention in 5 areasImperial Oak School, Needs attention in 4 areasLondon Nautical, City of London Academy, Requires improvementSt George's Cathedral Catholic Primary School, GoodMaryams Nursery, GoodArc Nursery, GoodLeo's Den Nursery, GoodSt Thomas' Hospital Day Nursery, GoodSmart Start Nursery Limited, GoodCoin Street Neighbourhood Centre, GoodCTY Nursery Ltd, GoodMaryams Nursery, GoodGarden Lilies NurseryArk Start GlobePearl NurseryElevated Futures EducationRockingham Community Pre-school Playgroup, GoodRockingham Community Day Nursery, GoodSt Patrick's, OutstandingThe Nurture Nest Multilingual Nursery
  • Outstanding8
  • Good19
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet15
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in SE1, Southwark sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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Living here

What it's like for families

SE1, Southwark has 43 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about SE1, Southwark

How many schools are in SE1, Southwark?

SE1, Southwark has 43 schools, including 17 primary schools, 12 secondary schools, 16 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 5 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in SE1, Southwark?

The highest-ranked schools in SE1, Southwark on Eduscope are Charles Dickens Primary School, The Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie, Boutcher Church of England Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in SE1, Southwark?

There are 4 independent schools in SE1, Southwark. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in SE1, Southwark on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in SE1, Southwark?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 43 schools in SE1, Southwark by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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