The Pointer School
URN: 100198 • London SE3 7TH
Overview
- Name
- The Pointer School
- URN
- 100198
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Charlotte Crookes (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02082931331
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 19 Stratheden Road, London SE3 7TH
Summary
The Pointer School is an independent co-educational institution located in Blackheath, London, catering to children aged 3 to 11. The school is known for its commitment to providing a balanced education within a Christian framework, fostering a love of learning and personal development. With a current enrollment of 347 pupils and a capacity of 364, the school promotes a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to be happy, confident, and considerate.
The curriculum at The Pointer School combines traditional educational values with innovative teaching methods, ensuring that students receive a holistic education. The school offers a broad range of subjects and extracurricular activities, including over 50 clubs, sports facilities on a ten-hectare ground, and a focus on performing arts. This diverse offering aims to prepare pupils for entry into top secondary schools while supporting their overall growth.
The school prides itself on its outstanding pastoral care, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported. The community at The Pointer School is described as family-oriented, with strong ties between staff, parents, and students, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that encourages engagement and collaboration.
The curriculum at The Pointer School combines traditional educational values with innovative teaching methods, ensuring that students receive a holistic education. The school offers a broad range of subjects and extracurricular activities, including over 50 clubs, sports facilities on a ten-hectare ground, and a focus on performing arts. This diverse offering aims to prepare pupils for entry into top secondary schools while supporting their overall growth.
The school prides itself on its outstanding pastoral care, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported. The community at The Pointer School is described as family-oriented, with strong ties between staff, parents, and students, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that encourages engagement and collaboration.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Senior School Destinations (sen)
- View Calendar (calendar)
- Come and visit us (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Open Events (calendar)
- Privacy & Terms (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Inclusion (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Greenwich
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 364
- Pupils
- 347
- Boys
- 220
- Girls
- 127
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1957-11-06
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 347 | 220 | 127 | 364 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 346 | 215 | 131 | 364 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 346 | 201 | 145 | 364 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 346 | 201 | 145 | 364 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 358 | 206 | 152 | 364 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 369 | 201 | 168 | 364 | 0.00 |
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