Colfe's School

URN: 100202 • London SE12 8AW

Overview

Name
Colfe's School
URN
100202
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard Russell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02084638104
Website
Visit
Address
Horn Park Lane, London SE12 8AW

Summary

Colfe's School is an independent co-educational day school located in South East London, catering to pupils aged 3-18. Established in 1652, the school has a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and a commitment to fostering a supportive community. With approximately 1,308 pupils enrolled, Colfe's aims to create a nurturing environment where students feel safe, happy, and motivated to learn.

The school prides itself on high academic standards, with 80% of students achieving GCSE grades 9-7 and 95% attaining A-Level grades A*-B. Colfe's offers a broad curriculum alongside outstanding pastoral care, ensuring that each pupil develops into a well-rounded individual. The school also provides various scholarship opportunities, including the Leatherseller Scholarship Programme for Sixth Form students.

Set in a spacious, green environment, Colfe's School features excellent facilities, including a performing arts centre and sports grounds. The school emphasizes the importance of community engagement and aims to inspire curiosity and a love of learning in all its students, preparing them for success beyond their time at Colfe's.

Key details

LA
Greenwich
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1400
Pupils
1308
Boys
739
Girls
569
FSM %
Open date
1977-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1308 739 569 1400
2024-09-11 1316 753 563 1400
2023-09-11 1251 695 556 1300 0.00
2022-09-11 1251 695 556 1300 0.00
2021-09-11 1204 664 540 1300 0.00
2020-09-11 1160 641 519 1120 0.00

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