Snowsfields Primary School
82%
Capacity
183
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Snowsfields Primary School
Snowsfields 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 183 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 222 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Snowsfields Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Wooder, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% 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 1827th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 60 in Southwark.
Snowsfields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 25 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Snowsfields Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Swimming, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Snowsfields 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 | Kirby Grove, London, Southwark, SE1 3TD |
| Headteacher | Katherine Wooder |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 183 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.7% |
| School Capacity | 183 / 222 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1827th of 13,686
Nationally
422nd of 1,592
In London
13th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
79%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kirby Grove, London
Southwark, SE1 3TD
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