John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes

URN: 100798 • London SE5 0PQ

Overview

Name
John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes
URN
100798
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
68.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Clare Tayton (since 2025) , Co-Headteachers
Telephone
02077035800
Website
Visit
Address
John Ruskin Street, London SE5 0PQ

Summary

John Ruskin Primary School and Language Classes, located in Southwark, London, is a community school that serves a mixed-gender population of 474 pupils, with a capacity of 550. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, reflected in its significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals, which stands at 54.40%. This highlights the school's focus on catering to the diverse needs of its community.

The curriculum at John Ruskin Primary aims to foster a love of learning through a broad range of subjects, including language classes that enhance communication skills and cultural understanding. The school places emphasis on academic achievement while also promoting personal development and well-being among its students.

Engagement with parents and the wider community is a key aspect of the school’s ethos. Regular newsletters, such as the one dated September 26, 2025, keep families informed about school activities and initiatives, reinforcing the school's commitment to transparency and collaboration with parents. For more information, visit their website at www.johnruskin.southwark.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Southwark
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
550
Pupils
474
Boys
256
Girls
218
FSM %
54.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 474 256 218 550 54.40
2024-09-11 477 253 224 550 49.90
2023-09-11 490 263 227 550 44.70
2022-09-11 490 263 227 550 44.70
2021-09-11 484 257 227 550 39.80
2020-09-11 497 273 224 550 35.40

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