Question 1

What is The City of London Academy Southwark's Ofsted rating?

Accepted Answer

The City of London Academy Southwark has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Question 2

How hard is it to get into The City of London Academy Southwark?

Accepted Answer

The City of London Academy Southwark is oversubscribed with approximately 3.0 applications per place (718 applications for 241 places). Admission is competitive and priority is typically given to siblings and children living closest to the school.

Question 3

Does The City of London Academy Southwark offer SEND support?

Accepted Answer

Yes, The City of London Academy Southwark provides Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) support including: Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment, and 4 more provisions. Contact the school's SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) for more details.

Question 4

What are The City of London Academy Southwark's exam results?

Accepted Answer

The City of London Academy Southwark's key exam results include: Progress 8 score of +0.48 (above the national average); Average A-Level grade: B-; 63% achieved grade 5+ in English and Maths GCSE; Attainment 8 score of 53.4.

Question 5

How does The City of London Academy Southwark rank compared to other schools?

Accepted Answer

The City of London Academy Southwark is ranked in the top 25% of secondary schools nationally based on exam performance.

Question 6

What facilities does The City of London Academy Southwark have?

Accepted Answer

The City of London Academy Southwark offers the following facilities: Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, ICT Suite, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Theatre, Library. Contact the school directly for the most up-to-date information about their facilities.

Question 7

What extracurricular activities are available at The City of London Academy Southwark?

Accepted Answer

The City of London Academy Southwark provides a range of extracurricular activities. Sports include Hockey, Swimming, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Dance, Cricket, Rowing, and clubs and activities include Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Film Club, Model UN, Young Enterprise, Book Club, DofE. Activities may vary by term.

School Type	Secondary (State)
Age Range	11 to 18 years
Gender	Mixed
Address	Lynton Road, Bermondsey, Southwark, SE1 5LA
Headteacher	Peter Haylock
Local Authority	Southwark
Number of Pupils	1,200
Free School Meals (FSM)	47.4%
School Capacity	1,200 / 1,200 (100% full)
Sixth Form	Yes

The City of London Academy Southwark

About The City of London Academy Southwark

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

League Table Position

GCSE Results

A-Level Results

SEND Support

Facilities

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Admissions

Frequently Asked Questions About The City of London Academy Southwark

Helpful Guides for Parents

Ofsted Ratings Explained

Understanding Progress 8

SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide

Understanding School Catchment Areas

Contact Information

Journey to School

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