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Schools in SE16, Rotherhithe

A postcode district in Southwark

  • Postcode district
  • 40 schools and nurseries

In short: SE16, Rotherhithe is a postcode district in Southwark with 14 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 21 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries4014 primary · 5 secondary · 21 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in SE16, Rotherhithe

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 SE16, Rotherhithe primary schools

Top Primary Schools in SE16, Rotherhithe

14 in SE16, Rotherhithe, best first

Top Secondary Schools in SE16, Rotherhithe

5 in SE16, Rotherhithe, best first

St Michael's Catholic College

London, SE16 4UN · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

192 first choices, 150 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1658.7

England 46.2

Days missed
5.0%
Pupils
948
Pupils per teacher
11.1
View school St Michael's Catholic College

Harris Academy Bermondsey

London, SE16 3TZ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

88 first choices, 115 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.2

England 46.2

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
781
Pupils per teacher
13.7
View school Harris Academy Bermondsey

Bacon's College

London, SE16 6AT · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

146 first choices, 185 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1651.8

England 46.2

Days missed
6.7%
Pupils
1,025
Pupils per teacher
15.2
View school Bacon's College

Nurseries in SE16, Rotherhithe

21 in SE16, Rotherhithe, highest Ofsted grade first

Sixth Forms in SE16, Rotherhithe

3 in SE16, Rotherhithe, by the school's Eduscope score

St Michael's Catholic College

London, SE16 4UN · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

192 first choices, 150 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1658.7

England 46.2

Days missed
5.0%
Pupils
948
Pupils per teacher
11.1
View school St Michael's Catholic College

Harris Academy Bermondsey

London, SE16 3TZ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

88 first choices, 115 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.2

England 46.2

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
781
Pupils per teacher
13.7
View school Harris Academy Bermondsey

Bacon's College

London, SE16 6AT · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

146 first choices, 185 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1651.8

England 46.2

Days missed
6.7%
Pupils
1,025
Pupils per teacher
15.2
View school Bacon's College

Special Schools in SE16, Rotherhithe

1 in SE16, Rotherhithe. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Cavendish School

London, SE16 2PA · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
41
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Cavendish School

Private Schools in SE16, Rotherhithe

1 in SE16, Rotherhithe. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Cavendish School

London, SE16 2PA · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
41
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Cavendish School
The map

Every school in SE16, Rotherhithe, 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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Albion Primary School, GoodIlderton Primary School, Outstanding in every areaRiverside Primary School, GoodSouthwark Park Primary School, GoodAlfred Salter Primary School, GoodSt James' Church of England Primary School, GoodPeter Hills with St Mary's and St Paul's CofE Primary School, GoodSt John's Roman Catholic Primary School, Outstanding in every areaCavendish School, GoodHarris Academy Bermondsey, Outstanding in every areaRedriff Primary, City of London Academy, OutstandingThe Charter School Bermondsey, GoodGalleywall Primary, City of London Academy, OutstandingBacon's College, GoodJohn Keats Primary School, GoodSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Expected standard or betterRotherhithe Primary School, GoodSt Michael's Catholic College, Outstanding in every areaSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, OutstandingSkallywags, Strong standard in every areaLittle Acorns Day Nursery, GoodThe German Kindergarten Bermondsey, GoodLittle Me Day Nursery, GoodJoyful Star Nursery, GoodSouth Bermondsey Community Nursery, GoodGalaxy Explorers, GoodLittlepips Preschool, GoodGod's Grace Daycare, GoodYour Choice Childcare Services Day Nursery, Preschool, Afterschool and Holiday Club, Good5 Steps Community Nursery, GoodHatching Dragons Canada Water, GoodThe Hive Forest School Nursery, GoodBosco Nursery, GoodStrong Tower Around The Clock NurseryTrinity Childcare, GoodRainbows at Redriff, OutstandingSafe Haven Nursery and Learning Centres LimitedBubbly Day Nursery Limited, Expected standard in every areaPlayshack, GoodMusical Mayhem London CIC - Dockland Settlements
  • Outstanding4
  • Good26
  • Not graded yet10
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in SE16, Rotherhithe 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

SE16, Rotherhithe has 40 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 SE16, Rotherhithe

How many schools are in SE16, Rotherhithe?

SE16, Rotherhithe has 40 schools, including 14 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 21 nurseries, 1 independent school, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in SE16, Rotherhithe?

The highest-ranked schools in SE16, Rotherhithe on Eduscope are St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, St Michael's Catholic College, Redriff Primary, City of London Academy. 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 SE16, Rotherhithe?

There is 1 independent school in SE16, Rotherhithe, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in SE16, Rotherhithe?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 40 schools in SE16, Rotherhithe 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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