St Jude's Church of England Primary School
25%
Capacity
53
Pupils
5.5x
Demand
About St Jude's Church of England Primary School
St Jude's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 53 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (25% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Jude's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Casey Penn, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10903rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 60 in Southwark.
St Jude's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 2 places, making it 5.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
St Jude's Church of England Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Jude's Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Gardening, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, St Jude's Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Colnbrook Street, London, Southwark, SE1 6HA |
| Headteacher | Casey Penn |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 53 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.8% |
| School Capacity | 53 / 210 (25% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10903rd of 13,686
Nationally
1472nd of 1,592
In London
57th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
50%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed2
11
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (9% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Jude's Church of England Primary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
How to Choose a Primary School
Step-by-step guide to choosing the right primary school
KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Colnbrook Street, London
Southwark, SE1 6HA
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
Reviews on Other Platforms
External reviews are provided by third-party platforms and are not verified by Classpot.
Opening Hours
Parent Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience at St Jude's Church of England Primary School!
Write a Review