Friars Primary Foundation School
87%
Capacity
183
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Friars Primary Foundation School
Friars Primary Foundation School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 183 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Friars Primary Foundation School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Wratten, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1383rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 60 in Southwark.
Friars Primary Foundation School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 29 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 Friars Primary Foundation School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Friars Primary Foundation 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 | None |
| Address | Webber Street, London, Southwark, SE1 0RF |
| Headteacher | Joanna Wratten |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 183 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.4% |
| School Capacity | 183 / 210 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1383rd of 13,686
Nationally
342nd of 1,592
In London
10th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
81%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 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
Webber Street, London
Southwark, SE1 0RF
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