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Charles Dickens Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Charles Dickens Primary School is a academy converter primary school in London, Southwark , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 479 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

479

Pupils

420

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

Charles Dickens Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Charles Dickens Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Southwark. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 479 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Southwark before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Charles Dickens Primary School — School Information

Full address
Toulmin Street, London, SE1 1AF
Local authority
Southwark
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
42.6% of pupils
DfE URN
148012

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If Charles Dickens Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Charles Dickens Primary School

Is Charles Dickens Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Charles Dickens Primary School currently has 479 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Charles Dickens Primary School?

Admission to Charles Dickens Primary School is managed by Southwark. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Charles Dickens Primary School cover?

Charles Dickens Primary School is a primary school in London, Southwark, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Charles Dickens Primary School?

Charles Dickens Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.