St James' Church of England Primary School
URN: 100829 • London SE16 4SU
Overview
- Name
- St James' Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 100829
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michael Oliver (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02072373111
- Website
- Visit St James' Church of England Primary School website
- Address
-
Old Jamaica Road, London SE16 4SU
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Summary
St James' Church of England Primary School, located in Bermondsey, London, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a diverse community with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and Christian values. With a current enrolment of 402 pupils, the school aims to create a nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued, and supported. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its mission statement, "Let Your Light Shine," which reflects the commitment to fostering each child's unique potential.
The curriculum at St James' is broad and stimulating, designed to cater to the individual interests and talents of students. The school offers specialist lessons in music, physical education, and performing arts, encouraging children to explore and develop their skills in various areas. Educational trips and visits are integral to the learning experience, enhancing the curriculum and providing real-world context.
St James' is dedicated to building strong relationships with parents and the local community, ensuring that the needs of children and families are central to its operations. The school promotes values such as respect, honesty, and social intelligence, preparing students to be responsible and caring members of society.
The curriculum at St James' is broad and stimulating, designed to cater to the individual interests and talents of students. The school offers specialist lessons in music, physical education, and performing arts, encouraging children to explore and develop their skills in various areas. Educational trips and visits are integral to the learning experience, enhancing the curriculum and providing real-world context.
St James' is dedicated to building strong relationships with parents and the local community, ensuring that the needs of children and families are central to its operations. The school promotes values such as respect, honesty, and social intelligence, preparing students to be responsible and caring members of society.
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Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Southwark
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 402
- Boys
- 203
- Girls
- 199
- FSM %
- 70.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 402 | 203 | 199 | 420 | 70.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 407 | 204 | 203 | 540 | 66.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 481 | 231 | 250 | 540 | 62.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 481 | 231 | 250 | 540 | 62.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 508 | 244 | 264 | 540 | 59.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 551 | 271 | 280 | 540 | 51.40 |
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