Twin Oaks Primary School

URN: 100712 • London SE8 5AE

Overview

Name
Twin Oaks Primary School
URN
100712
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Karen Cartwright (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086924321
Website
Visit
Address
Scawen Road, London SE8 5AE

Summary

Twin Oaks Primary School is a community school located in Deptford, Lewisham, London, catering to 198 pupils with a capacity of 300. The school, which changed its name from Sir Francis Drake Primary School in January 2023, prides itself on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child is valued. The ethos of the school is built around respect, resilience, honesty, and ambition, ensuring that all students feel safe and supported throughout their educational journey.

The curriculum at Twin Oaks covers a broad range of subjects, including English, science, history, and art, with additional opportunities for physical education and extracurricular activities. The school is known for its success in various sports tournaments and encourages students to participate in local competitions. Educational trips complement classroom learning, providing real-world context to the subjects taught.

Support for students is a key focus, with initiatives in place to assist those who may be struggling emotionally or behaviourally. The dedicated staff, including a learning mentor, work closely with families and external professionals to ensure that each child's needs are met, fostering a strong sense of community within the school.

Key details

LA
Lewisham
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
300
Pupils
198
Boys
105
Girls
93
FSM %
43.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-01-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 198 105 93 300 43.40
2024-09-11 227 114 113 300 42.30
2023-09-11 226 111 115 300 42.50
2022-09-11 226 111 115 300 42.50
2021-09-11 242 124 118 300 37.20
2020-09-11 265 130 135 300 28.30

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