Robert Browning Primary School
81%
Capacity
191
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Robert Browning Primary School
Robert Browning Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Robert Browning Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Wooder, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8049th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 60 in Southwark.
Robert Browning Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 9 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Robert Browning Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Tennis, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Robert Browning 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | King and Queen Street, London, Southwark, SE17 1DQ |
| Headteacher | Katherine Wooder |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.9% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 236 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8049th of 13,686
Nationally
1271st of 1,592
In London
45th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
59%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
30
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
King and Queen Street, London
Southwark, SE17 1DQ
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