John Keats Primary School
85%
Capacity
355
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About John Keats Primary School
John Keats Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 355 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated John Keats Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matt Rose, it falls under Southwark local authority.
John Keats Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 36 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Keats Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, John Keats 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 391 Rotherhithe New Road, London, Southwark, SE16 3FN |
| Headteacher | Matt Rose |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 355 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.9% |
| School Capacity | 355 / 420 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
391 Rotherhithe New Road, London
Southwark, SE16 3FN
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