Types of primary schools in Southwark

There are five types of mainstream primary schools in Southwark. The schools all follow the national curriculum and are regularly inspected by the Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted). For children starting school in Southwark there are 70 primary schools to choose from.

Community schools

There are 39 community schools in Southwark. Southwark Council is responsible for the arrangements for admitting children.

Voluntary aided schools

There are 12 Church of England and 12 Catholic primary schools in Southwark. The school's governing body is responsible for school admissions and decides how pupils are admitted.

Academies

There are three primary academies (including one all through academy for children aged three to 18) in Southwark. The Academy Trust is responsible for school admissions and decides how pupils are admitted.

Foundation schools

There are three primary foundation schools in Southwark. The school's governing body is responsible for school admissions and decides how pupils are admitted.

Free school

There is one primary free school in Southwark. The school's governing body is responsible for school admissions and decides how pupils are admitted.

For further information please view the Starting primary school in Southwark 2012/13 brochure.