Bessemer Grange Primary School
Bessemer Grange Primary School is a primary located in Southwark, SE5 8HP. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 3 to 11. It currently has approximately 566 pupils on roll.
Bessemer Grange Primary School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a community school. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Community school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 3 to 11
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Southwark
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 690
Number of Pupils: 566
Number of Boys: 314
Number of Girls: 252
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 21.7
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-03
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Outstanding
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2015-04-15
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Beard
Phone: 02072742520
Website: www.thegemfederation.co.uk/bessemer-primary
Location: Dylways
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bessemer Grange Primary School
What is the Ofsted rating of Bessemer Grange Primary School?
Bessemer Grange Primary School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Bessemer Grange Primary School admit?
Bessemer Grange Primary School admits pupils from age 3 to 11.
Is Bessemer Grange Primary School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Bessemer Grange Primary School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Bessemer Grange Primary School?
Bessemer Grange Primary School is a community school offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Bessemer Grange Primary School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Bessemer Grange Primary School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Bessemer Grange Primary School?
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