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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Google Classrooms (other)
- Eduspot (other)
- Doodle Maths (other)
- https://t.co/Bnnjt4hBFE (other)
- https://t.co/H12cgvXnwl (other)
- https://t.co/hHywxyS7MC (other)
- https://t.co/hKHSEC077g (other)
- https://t.co/LOhV5Ajpkz (other)
- https://t.co/OFJQVkEo4G (other)
- https://t.co/wmjOYzit1Z (other)
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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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