Albion Primary School
90%
Capacity
434
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Albion Primary School
Albion Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 434 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Albion Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher K Bardouille, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6927th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 60 in Southwark.
Albion Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 161 applications for 45 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Albion Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Football, Athletics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Albion Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Albion Street, London, Southwark, SE16 7JD |
| Headteacher | K Bardouille |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.0% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 480 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6927th of 13,686
Nationally
1156th of 1,592
In London
38th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
161
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Albion Street, London
Southwark, SE16 7JD
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