St James' Church of England Primary School
Old Jamaica Road, Bermondsey, London, SE16 4SUOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St James' Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Southwark for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 115 schools in Southwark. It ranks 34th of 62 primary schools in Southwark. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 19 November 2014, report published 11 December 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 16 July 2024
This school, on either side of St James's Church and Gardens, is a welcoming place where pupils' well-being thrives in a happy and supportive environment. Staff and parents and carers work closely together to ensure that pupils achieve their best. Pupils feel safe at school, knowing they are supported by a dedicated staff team. The broad and balanced curriculum develops pupils' knowledge and 'grit'. Pupils achieve well and show enthusiasm for learning and interacting with each other. High expectations are set for all pupils, especially those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). These pupils receive support to access the curriculum and meet classroom expectations, allowing them to work well alongside their peers. Pupils are well prepared for each stage of their education, including moving from the Reception class to Year 1. Pupils behave well in lessons, around the school, and in the playground. They are motivated, kind, and respectful to each other. They often resolve disagreements independently but knowing that they can rely on adults when needed. The school fosters pupils' 'social intelligence' and character, with opportunities for leadership roles such as house captains and buddies. Older pupils relished sharing their solar system projects with younger children, discussing their models and what they had learned. Pupils enjoy being part of a vibrant and inclusive community that fosters both academic and personal growth.
What the school should improve
- Revisions and refinements to the curriculum have not embedded fully in some subjects. At times, what needs to be taught and when is not identified as consistently as it could be. In these subjects, this means that there are instances where pupils' knowledge and understanding of subject content is not secure. The school should continue its work to refine and embed its curriculum to ensure that, across all subjects, pupils consistently achieve highly. This includes supporting staff's understanding of what needs to be taught and why.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
56 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
403 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near St James' Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School | 0.1 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 67% met the expected standard |
| Riverside Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 76% met the expected standard |
| Boutcher Church of England Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 84% met the expected standard |
| Tower Bridge Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 59% met the expected standard |
| Southwark Park Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 76% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Michael Oliver
- Phone
- 02072373111
- Address
- Old Jamaica Road, Bermondsey, London, SE16 4SU
- Local authority
- Southwark
- URN
- 100829
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.