St Paul's Church of England Primary School
St Paul's Church of England Primary School is an academy sponsor led in Southwark for pupils aged 2 to 11. It has a Church of England religious character. It has 207 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for St Paul's Church of England Primary School is Good, from an inspection in September 2023. In 2025, 61% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Ofsted inspection: September 2023. KS2 results: 2025.
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Penrose Street Walworth London SE17 3DT |
| Phone | 02077034896 |
| Reference Number | 146669 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 207 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.31%
Girls: 51.69% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 53.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 47.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 21.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 24 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 5 | 14 |
| 2 | 13 | 17 | 30 |
| 3 | 11 | 11 | 22 |
| 4 | 13 | 10 | 23 |
| 5 | 15 | 14 | 29 |
| 6 | 9 | 13 | 22 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 37.7% |
| White, British | 16.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4.8% |
| Caribbean | 4.8% |
| White, Other | 3.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.4% |
| White & Asian | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% |
| Asian, Other | 1.4% |
| Indian | 1% |
| Unclassified | 1% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.5% |
St Paul’s Church of England Primary School has demonstrated a solid overall performance, achieving a 'Good' rating in all assessed areas. The school, which has not been previously inspected under the current standards, showcases a commitment to high educational aspirations, resulting in good behaviour and high attendance among its students. The leadership team prioritizes an environment where all pupils feel safe and supported, and they are dedicated to fostering resilience and confidence in students from early years through to year 4, particularly in reading and mathematics.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Jul 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Leaders have high expectations for pupil achievement.
- Strong emphasis on reading, with effective support for weaker readers.
- Pupils behave well and treat each other with respect.
- Early years provision is engaging and supports physical development well.
- Robust support for pupils with SEND to ensure their educational needs are met.
- Strong teamwork and support among staff contribute to a positive school culture.
Areas for Improvement
- Key knowledge in a small number of subjects is not as well sequenced as it could be.
- Limited opportunities for pupils to nurture their talents and interests, particularly in non-sporting after-school activities.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 0 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 14 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 0 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 14 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 0 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 14 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 0 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 14 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 3 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 14 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 14 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 0 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 14 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 1 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 14 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 0 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 14 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 0 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 14 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 1 | 13 |
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 61% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 105 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 101 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.6 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Writing | 0.3 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | -0.2 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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St Paul's Church of England Primary School is part of Sdbe Multi-Academy Trust, which runs 14 schools. The nearest others:
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What is St Paul's Church of England Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for St Paul's Church of England Primary School is Good, from an inspection in September 2023.
When was St Paul's Church of England Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?
St Paul's Church of England Primary School was last inspected in September 2023.
How many pupils does St Paul's Church of England Primary School have?
St Paul's Church of England Primary School has 207 pupils on roll.
What age range does St Paul's Church of England Primary School cover?
St Paul's Church of England Primary School for pupils aged 2 to 11.
What are St Paul's Church of England Primary School's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 61% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is St Paul's Church of England Primary School?
St Paul's Church of England Primary School is at Penrose Street, Walworth, London, SE17 3DT.