Southwark Primary School
90%
Capacity
648
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Southwark Primary School
Southwark Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 648 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 720 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Southwark Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bernard Skirton, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9035th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Southwark Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 56 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Southwark Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Southwark Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Park Lane, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG6 0DT |
| Headteacher | Bernard Skirton |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 648 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.5% |
| School Capacity | 648 / 720 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9035th of 13,686
Nationally
838th of 1,353
In East Midlands
45th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
56%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
104
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Lane, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG6 0DT
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