John Donne Primary School

URN: 140507 • London SE15 2SW

Overview

Name
John Donne Primary School
URN
140507
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
NEXUS EDUCATION SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jo Rooney (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02076390594
Website
Visit
Address
Woods Road, London SE15 2SW

Summary

John Donne Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Peckham, London, with a current enrolment of 399 pupils and a capacity of 460. The school serves a diverse community and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every child can thrive. The ethos of the school is built on core values such as kindness, respect, resilience, community, collaboration, and aspiration, which guide interactions among students and staff alike.

The curriculum at John Donne is broad and aspirational, designed to support academic achievement while also nurturing creativity and personal development. The school aims to equip students with the skills needed to navigate a rapidly changing world, ensuring they leave with a strong sense of self and readiness for future challenges.

In addition to its academic focus, John Donne Primary School places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, working closely with families to support the well-being of its students. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for parents to engage with the school community. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.

Key details

LA
Southwark
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
NEXUS EDUCATION SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
460
Pupils
399
Boys
205
Girls
194
FSM %
51.60
Open date
2014-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 399 205 194 460 51.60
2024-09-11 395 213 182 460 51.60
2023-09-11 413 217 196 460 46.50
2022-09-11 413 217 196 460 46.50
2021-09-11 434 219 215 460 41.20
2020-09-11 470 234 236 460 34.90

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