Charles Dickens Primary School, London
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Charles Dickens Primary School excels in delivering an ambitious curriculum that goes far beyond the classroom, with pupils achieving exceptionally well from early years through to Year 6. The school creates a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child - including those with additional needs - receives skilled support to thrive academically and personally. Parents are overwhelmingly positive, and pupils consistently demonstrate exemplary behaviour and genuine enthusiasm for learning.
Key Strengths
- Highly ambitious and well-designed curriculum that gives all pupils, including those with SEND, rich learning opportunities
- Skilled teaching with strong subject knowledge that helps pupils achieve exceptionally well across all subjects
- Extensive programme of educational visits, trips, and over 35 free clubs per week that enhance learning and promote inclusion
- Effective phonics teaching and reading support that helps almost all pupils become fluent readers by end of Year 1
- Exemplary pupil behaviour and positive school culture where pupils feel safe, happy, and can be themselves
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective and include teaching pupils about fundamental British values, diversity, respecting different beliefs and cultures, and staying safe online.
Extracurricular Activities
Over 35 lunchtime and after-school clubs, museum and gallery visits, residential trips, French and Mandarin language learning
Charles Dickens Primary School has maintained its outstanding standards following a previous inspection in September 2019. The school provides pupils with a positive experience centered on academic excellence, creative development, and strong personal and social skills.
At a Glance
41.9%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
64 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 93%. Maths has improved from 92% to 97%. Writing has remained stable at around 95%.
Class Sizes
28.2
Avg class size
30.0
Infant (KS1)
27.0
KS2
17
Total classes
4 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
118%
Over capacity
494 pupils
420 capacity
74 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for London
Admissions Demand - Southwark
Places available
3,264
Applications
2,205
Got 1st preference
84.7%
Got preferred school
98.6%
Primary admissions across Southwark (2025/26)
Inspection History(101)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
3.73457%
Overall absence
5.96206%
Persistent absence
369
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Secondary Schools Nearby
Secondary schools pupils are likely to move to
Charles Dickens Primary School
Haberdashers' Borough Academy
Ark Globe Academy
Notre Dame Catholic Girls' School
St Saviour's and St Olave's Church of England School
London Nautical, City of London Academy
Oasis Academy South Bank
City of London School
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