Bird In Bush School
82%
Capacity
428
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Bird In Bush School
Bird In Bush School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 428 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 525 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bird In Bush School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Robinson, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9774th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 60 in Southwark.
Bird In Bush School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 20 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bird In Bush School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Bird In Bush 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 | Bird-in-Bush School, Peckham, Southwark, SE15 1QP |
| Headteacher | James Robinson |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 428 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.1% |
| School Capacity | 428 / 525 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9774th of 13,686
Nationally
1392nd of 1,592
In London
53rd of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
54%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bird-in-Bush School, Peckham
Southwark, SE15 1QP
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