Wize Up

URN: 136092 • London SE9 6DN

Overview

Name
Wize Up
URN
136092
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kimberley Richardson (since 2025)
Telephone
02088599664
Website
Visit
Address
579 Westhorne Avenue, London SE9 6DN

Summary

Wize Up is an independent special school located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, London, catering to mixed-gender students aged 11-16. Established in 2008, the school provides alternative educational provisions for up to 70 pupils, focusing on those with social, emotional, educational, and behavioural needs. The school aims to support young people who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education, offering both full-time and part-time placements.

The curriculum at Wize Up is designed to foster academic success while also developing personal learning and thinking skills. The school emphasizes adaptive learning, encouraging students to explore their individual paths and take control of their educational journeys. Staff members are dedicated to creating a welcoming and structured environment that promotes a sense of belonging within the community.

Wize Up prioritises the holistic development of its students, equipping them with essential skills to navigate contemporary social challenges. The school values each student's unique journey and strives to modify behaviours to enhance learning potential, ensuring that every individual is supported in their educational experience.

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Key details

LA
Greenwich
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
70
Pupils
45
Boys
17
Girls
28
FSM %
Open date
2010-03-22
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 45 17 28 70
2024-09-11 32 10 22 70
2023-09-11 32 20 12 70 0.00
2022-09-11 32 20 12 70 0.00
2021-09-11 32 19 13 70 0.00
2020-09-11 36 21 15 40 0.00

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