Southwark Park Primary School
84%
Capacity
397
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Southwark Park Primary School
Southwark Park 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 397 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 470 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Southwark Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carl Vernalls, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9981st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 60 in Southwark.
Southwark Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 44 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 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 Southwark Park Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Gymnastics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Southwark Park 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 | 383 Southwark Park Road, Southwark, London, Southwark, SE16 2JH |
| Headteacher | Carl Vernalls |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 397 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.9% |
| School Capacity | 397 / 470 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9981st of 13,686
Nationally
1408th of 1,592
In London
55th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
53%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
383 Southwark Park Road, Southwark, London
Southwark, SE16 2JH
383 Southwark Park Road, Southwark, London
Southwark, SE16 2JH
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