Tower Bridge Primary School
81%
Capacity
191
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Tower Bridge Primary School
Tower Bridge 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 191 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tower Bridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Wooder, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8696th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 60 in Southwark.
Tower Bridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 14 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Tower Bridge Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (35 responses).
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 Tower Bridge Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Tower Bridge 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 | Fair Street, London, Southwark, SE1 2AE |
| Headteacher | Katherine Wooder |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.1% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 236 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8696th of 13,686
Nationally
1320th of 1,592
In London
46th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
35 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
44
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tower Bridge Primary School
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Contact Information
Fair Street, London
Southwark, SE1 2AE
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