Cavendish School
London, Southwark, Greater London · SE16 2PA
Cavendish School is a notably small independent in Southwark, with roughly 38 pupils on roll across its mixed intake. Its size places it among the most intimate settings a family might consider, where teaching can be closely tailored to each pupil. Entry is at age 11, and the school is inspected by the ISI. With no religious character, it draws families looking for a non-denominational, fee-paying option in the heart of London.
38
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 38
- Location
- London, Southwark, Greater London
- Website
- www.cavendish-school.org
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Ms Lesley Craggs
Latest results
Attainment 8
1.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The published headline figures are very low: an average Attainment 8 score of 1.9 sits far below the national average of 46.9, and the recorded proportion of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths stands at 0% against a national figure of 47%. Numbers this stark in such a small cohort warrant a direct conversation with the school about how results are reported and what the curriculum looks like in practice. Families should ask to see how individual progress is measured rather than relying on aggregate scores alone.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
An unusually small London independent led by Ms Lesley Craggs, best understood through a visit and frank questions about its published attainment data.
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Cavendish School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Cavendish School located?
Cavendish School is located at Lady Gomm House, 58 Hawkstone Road, London, SE16 2PA.
What type of school is Cavendish School?
Cavendish School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Cavendish School?
Cavendish School has approximately 38 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.