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
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.
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.
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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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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