Surrey Square Primary School
109%
Capacity
458
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Surrey Square Primary School
Surrey Square Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 458 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Matt Morden, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5050th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 60 in Southwark.
Surrey Square Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 45 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
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 Surrey Square Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Drama, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Surrey Square 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 | None |
| Address | Surrey Square, London, Southwark, SE17 2JY |
| Headteacher | Matt Morden |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 458 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.8% |
| School Capacity | 458 / 420 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (5 May 2022): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Feb 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5050th of 13,686
Nationally
915th of 1,592
In London
30th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
68%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Surrey Square Primary School
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Contact Information
Surrey Square, London
Southwark, SE17 2JY
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