Charles Dickens Primary School
114%
Capacity
479
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Charles Dickens Primary School
Charles Dickens Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 479 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Michael Eggleton, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 371st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 60 in Southwark.
Charles Dickens Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 211 applications for 56 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 111 were first-preference applications.
Charles Dickens Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (64 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Charles Dickens Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Charles Dickens 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Toulmin Street, London, Southwark, SE1 1AF |
| Headteacher | Michael Eggleton |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 479 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.6% |
| School Capacity | 479 / 420 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (25 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
371st of 13,686
Nationally
86th of 1,592
In London
5th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
95%
'23/24
89%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
64 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
211
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
111 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Toulmin Street, London
Southwark, SE1 1AF
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