Redriff Primary, City of London Academy
102%
Capacity
478
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Redriff Primary, City of London Academy
Redriff Primary, City of London Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 478 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 470 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Joanna James, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% 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 527th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 60 in Southwark.
Redriff Primary, City of London Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 184 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 89 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Redriff Primary, City of London Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Redriff Primary, City of London Academy 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 | Salter Road, London, Southwark, SE16 5LQ |
| Headteacher | Joanna James |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 478 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.8% |
| School Capacity | 478 / 470 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
527th of 13,686
Nationally
122nd of 1,592
In London
6th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
34%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
87%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
184
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
89 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Salter Road, London
Southwark, SE16 5LQ
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