City of London Academy (Southwark)
Academy sponsor ledSecondaryAges 11–19MixedSixth form
240 Lynton Road, London, SE1 5LA
Principal · Jon Lynes
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Key facts
Pupils1,589Capacity 1,200
OfstedReport cardInspected 3 February 2026
TrustCity of London Academies Trust
Free school meals52.5%
Ofsted
Report card from the inspection on 3 February 2026.
- InclusionStrong standard
- Curriculum and teachingStrong standard
- AchievementStrong standard
- Attendance and behaviourStrong standard
- Personal development and wellbeingExpected standard
- Sixth formStrong standard
- Leadership and governanceStrong standard
- SafeguardingMet
Ofsted management information, latest inspections as at 31 August 2026.
Year 7 applications close 31 October 2026
For September 2027. Apply through Southwark council, not the school. National offer day is 1 March 2027.
How to apply in SouthwarkNearby schools for the same ages
- Harris Academy Bermondsey0.4 mi
- The Charter School Bermondsey0.6 mi
- Ark Walworth Academy0.6 mi
- Southwark Inclusive Learning Service (Sils)0.6 mi
- St Michael's Catholic College0.7 mi