Albion Primary School Calendar 2026-2027 – London, United Kingdom

Albion Primary School is a state-funded, co-educational community primary school located at Albion Street, Rotherhithe, London SE16 7JD, in the London Borough of Southwark. The school sits in the heart of Rotherhithe — a historic peninsula on the south bank of the Thames, a port since at least the 12th century and a shipyard since Elizabethan times, rich in maritime heritage.

The school’s motto — “Learn to Do Well” — has guided its mission for over 150 years. There has been a school on the current Albion Street site since 1874.

A second school was built after World War Two, and the current purpose-built building was completed in 2017 — featuring dramatic architecture with enormous windows, a spiral staircase, a lift, spacious gigantic classrooms, a sports hall with a full-sized stage, and, uniquely, a rooftop playground equipped with solar panels and outstanding views of the London skyline.

The school is led by Headteacher Mr Karl Bardouille and is recognised as a Healthy School London award recipient, reflecting its commitment to physical and mental wellbeing across the school community.

School Profile

Albion Primary is a genuinely diverse, inclusive, and community-rooted school:

• 434 pupils (ages 3-11, Nursery through Year 6)
• 40% of pupils are eligible for free school meals — reflecting the school’s committed service to a community with significant socioeconomic diversity
• Rated “Good” by Ofsted in January 2024 (note: from September 2024, Ofsted no longer publishes an overall effectiveness judgement for state schools in England — this rating reflects the most recent inspection)
• The school celebrates its cultural and linguistic diversity, with families from many different backgrounds contributing to a vibrant school community

Motto, Values, and Community

Albion Primary’s Albion Values — built around respect, care, honesty, and achievement — underpin daily school life:

• Respect for ourselves, each other, the school, and the environment
• Care through zero tolerance for bullying and active promotion of kindness and compassion
• Honesty — telling the truth and taking responsibility for actions
• Achievement — encouraging every student to try their hardest, celebrate effort, and learn from challenges

The school places particular emphasis on personal, social, and emotional development, with good manners and respect for one another highly valued. Children are encouraged to take on roles and responsibilities in the classroom, across the school, and in wider society.

Curriculum

Albion Primary follows the National Curriculum for England:

• Early Years (Nursery and Reception): Foundation Stage Framework
• Key Stage 1 (Years 1-2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6): National Curriculum subjects including English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, Religious Education, Art and Design, Music, Computing, and Physical Education

The school places particular emphasis on basic skills, the arts, science, and sport, with experience showing that an enriched curriculum enables children to become successful and enthusiastic learners.

Campus and Facilities

The 2017-completed school building offers:

• Enormous, light-filled classrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows
• A rooftop playground with panoramic London views and solar panels
• A large, flexible sports hall with a full-sized stage
• “The Heart Space” — a dedicated community and gathering area
• A library with a wide range of books
• A spiral staircase and lift (accessible building)

Contact Information

Getting to School

• Rotherhithe Overground Station: 1-minute walk (London Overground)
• Canada Water Station: 5-minute walk (Jubilee Line)
• Buses: 381 (London Bridge direction) and C10 (Victoria direction) — stop W
• Parking: Limited — Southwark Council Parking Zone H operates 8 am–6:30 pm; 1-hour visitor bays on Albion Street

Albion Primary School Term Dates 2026-2027 (London Borough of Southwark)

English state schools follow term dates set by their Local Authority (LA). Southwark Council publishes the term dates for all its maintained schools, including Albion Primary. The following are the standard Southwark LA term dates for 2026-2027:

Note: Individual schools may add up to 5 additional INSET (training) days on top of the LA calendar. Confirm Albion Primary School’s specific INSET day dates directly via albionprimaryschool.co.uk or by contacting the school office.

Last verified: 13 July 2026. Official source: London Borough of Southwark — School Term Dates and Albion Primary School official website

Admissions and Enrolment

Albion Primary currently has spaces available in select year groups. Families residing within the school’s catchment zone are guaranteed a place; out-of-zone applications are considered based on available space. Contact the school office at 020 7237 3738 or office@albion.southwark.sch.uk for current availability and to arrange a visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Albion Primary School in Australia or the UK?

Albion Primary School (this post) is located in Rotherhithe, London, UK — in the London Borough of Southwark. The phone number (020 7237 3738) and website (.co.uk) confirm it is a UK school.

How old is the school site?

There has been a school on the Albion Street site since 1874, though the current building was completed in 2017.

What is the rooftop playground?

A distinctive outdoor learning and play space on top of the school building, with solar panels and panoramic views over Rotherhithe and the Thames.

Who is the Headteacher?

Mr Karl Bardouille leads Albion Primary School.

How close is the school to the London Underground?

Canada Water Tube Station (Jubilee Line) is approximately 5 minutes on foot; Rotherhithe Overground Station is just 1 minute away.

Related United Kingdom School Calendars

• Cumberland Community School Calendar (London, Newham)