St Michael's Catholic College
98%
Capacity
961
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About St Michael's Catholic College
St Michael's Catholic College is a state-funded Catholic secondary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 961 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 980 places).
the school is led by headteacher Felicity Corcorcan, it falls under Southwark local authority.
St Michael's Catholic College is a popular choice with families — it received 571 applications for 145 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 215 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's Catholic College parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (160 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael's Catholic College include Sixth Form Centre, Science Labs, ICT Suite, Tennis Courts, Theatre, Library, Swimming Pool, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Basketball, Rowing, Tennis, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Chess, Science Club and 7 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.2%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Southwark, St Michael's Catholic College 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Catholic |
| Address | Llewellyn Street, London, Southwark, SE16 4UN |
| Headteacher | Felicity Corcorcan |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 961 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.2% |
| School Capacity | 961 / 980 (98% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
160 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
17Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed145
571
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
215 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's Catholic College
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Contact Information
Llewellyn Street, London
Southwark, SE16 4UN
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