Alfred Salter Primary School
93%
Capacity
389
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Alfred Salter Primary School
Alfred Salter 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 389 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Alfred Salter Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Eleanor Prestage, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5928th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 60 in Southwark.
Alfred Salter Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 152 applications for 45 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alfred Salter Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Alfred Salter 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 | Quebec Way, London, Southwark, SE16 7LP |
| Headteacher | Eleanor Prestage |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 389 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.0% |
| School Capacity | 389 / 420 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5928th of 13,686
Nationally
1035th of 1,592
In London
34th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
65%
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
8Facilities 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
152
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Quebec Way, London
Southwark, SE16 7LP
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