The White House Preparatory School & Woodentops Kindergarten
URN: 100651 • London SW12 0LF
Overview
- Name
- The White House Preparatory School & Woodentops Kindergarten
- URN
- 100651
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 35.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joe Knight (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 02086749514
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 24 Thornton Road, London SW12 0LF
Summary
The White House Preparatory School & Woodentops Kindergarten, located in London, is an independent mixed school with a current enrolment of 181 pupils and a capacity of 230. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment, described as a "home from home," where children can thrive both academically and socially. The ethos is built around fostering a love of learning through strong support from family, peers, and teachers.
The curriculum at The White House is designed to be broad and balanced, integrating traditional academic subjects with art, music, and sports. This approach aims to ensure that all children can reach their full potential in a safe and enjoyable setting. The school also places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, creating a supportive atmosphere for students.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s values, with initiatives that connect students to local charities and organizations. The school actively encourages collaboration and creativity through various projects, including art exhibitions that involve all year groups, reinforcing the importance of community and shared experiences in the learning process.
The curriculum at The White House is designed to be broad and balanced, integrating traditional academic subjects with art, music, and sports. This approach aims to ensure that all children can reach their full potential in a safe and enjoyable setting. The school also places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, creating a supportive atmosphere for students.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s values, with initiatives that connect students to local charities and organizations. The school actively encourages collaboration and creativity through various projects, including art exhibitions that involve all year groups, reinforcing the importance of community and shared experiences in the learning process.
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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
- 0 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 230
- Pupils
- 181
- Boys
- 106
- Girls
- 75
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1993-10-18
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 181 | 106 | 75 | 230 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 180 | 103 | 77 | 230 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 145 | 83 | 62 | 150 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 145 | 83 | 62 | 150 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 147 | 83 | 64 | 150 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 147 | 83 | 64 | 150 | 0.00 |
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