Friars Primary Foundation School
Webber Street, Blackfriars, London, SE1 0RFOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Friars Primary Foundation School is a primary school in Southwark for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 115 schools in Southwark. It ranks 41st of 62 primary schools in Southwark. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2018.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 16 May 2018, report published 20 June 2018
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 6 February 2024
Pupils are enthusiastic about coming to this friendly, nurturing school where everyone is respected and made to feel welcome. Their behaviour and the pride they have in their school reflect the school's values. These are integrated into all aspects of the school's work. Pupils are happy, safe and well looked after here, parents and carers agree. Pupils behave very well in lessons and around the school. They are confident to take on responsibilities. For example, older pupils support younger pupils through the 'buddy reading' programme. Pupils appreciate the well-designed outdoor area where they can climb, play and explore together. Bullying is rare. Pupils are confident that if it happens, it is dealt with promptly. The school has high expectations of what all pupils can achieve. Pupils study a wide range of subjects, and they enjoy their learning. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) follow the same curriculum as their peers and receive extra help where needed. Pupils achieve well. Their learning is enhanced by various educational visits, including trips to museums and local places of interest. Pupils welcome the range of school clubs they attend, such as music and pottery.
What the school should improve
- In a few subjects, the essential knowledge which pupils are expected to learn and remember is not identified clearly. This affects how well pupils develop their subject- specific knowledge over time. The school should ensure that the essential knowledge which pupils need to learn in these subjects is identified and sequenced carefully.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
22 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
194 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Friars Primary Foundation School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St George's Cathedral Catholic Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Charles Dickens Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 92% met the expected standard |
| St Jude's Church of England Primary School | 0.3 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 43% met the expected standard |
| Oasis Academy South Bank Primary | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| The Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 93% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Foundation school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Miss Joanna Wratten
- Phone
- 02072071807
- Address
- Webber Street, Blackfriars, London, SE1 0RF
- Local authority
- Southwark
- URN
- 100855
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.