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South Bank University Academy
Goodgraded 09/06/2022Ages 11–19491 pupilsFaithNone
South Bank University Academy is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 19 in London, within the Southwark local authority. The school has around 491 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 09/06/2022, South Bank University Academy was judged Good. Recent GCSE results show an average Attainment 8 score of 44.8 and 37% of pupils gaining a grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families comparing secondary schools in London can view South Bank University Academy's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted & inspectionGood
Latest graded inspection
Last inspected 09/06/2022. How to read an Ofsted rating →
Strengths & watch points0 strengths · 2 watch
Computed from Ofsted & DfE outcomes vs England average
Progress 8
Value added
Computed from published Ofsted judgements & DfE outcomes — not a written review.
GCSE results — Key Stage 4Below average
Attainment 841.5
England avg 45.1 · was 44.4 in 2023/24
Progress 8-0.1
Grade 5+ English & maths38%
England avg 45% · was 38% in 2023/24
Grade 4+ English & maths61%
England avg 65% · was 59% in 2023/24
EBacc entry20%
England avg 39%
EBacc average point score3.6
England avg 4.03
DfE, 2024/25. What is a Progress 8 score?
Sixth form — A-levelBelow average
A-level grade (point score)D+
APS per entry 24.5
A-level grade (best 3)D+
APS best 3: 24.5
AAB or better18%
Retention90%
Value added-0.55
Below average · 95% CI -0.9 to -0.2
DfE 16-18 results, 2024/25
Pupil intake48.4%
Free school meals48.4%
England avg 28.6%
English not first language39.3%
England avg 18.3%
Places filled52%
SEN support
EHC plan
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing89.7%
Attendance89.7%
England avg 91.0%
Pupils per teacher19.8
England avg 17.6
Persistent absence32.8%
England avg 25.8%
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
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