Turney Primary and Secondary Special School

URN: 100643 • London SE21 8LX

Overview

Name
Turney Primary and Secondary Special School
URN
100643
Type
Foundation special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
60.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Linda Adams (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086707220
Website
Visit
Address
Turney Road, London SE21 8LX

Summary

Turney Primary and Secondary Special School, located in West Dulwich, London, serves children and young people aged 4-19 with complex needs and autism. As a foundation special school, it provides a nurturing and structured learning environment, focusing on practical, child-centered education that encourages independence and community participation. The school aims to equip students with essential life skills, enabling them to thrive both academically and socially.

The curriculum at Turney School is designed to be engaging and accessible, incorporating exploratory play in the Early Years and building on skills as students progress. The school collaborates closely with families and various support services, including speech therapists and healthcare professionals, to ensure that each child's individual needs are met.

With a current enrollment of 151 pupils and a capacity of 165, Turney School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and aims to foster a safe and respectful atmosphere where every student can succeed. The ethos of the school is grounded in treating students with dignity and respect, promoting their overall well-being and confidence.

Key details

LA
Lambeth
Age range
4 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
165
Pupils
151
Boys
126
Girls
25
FSM %
71.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 151 126 25 165 71.70
2024-09-11 148 122 26 150 74.00
2023-09-11 140 114 26 150 75.40
2022-09-11 140 114 26 140 75.40
2021-09-11 130 107 23 140 77.20
2020-09-11 135 111 24 140 73.50

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