Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls

URN: 143686 • Thamesmead SE28 8RF

Overview

Name
Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls
URN
143686
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
POLYMAT
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
69.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lizaan Williams (since 2025)
Telephone
02080592800
Website
Visit
Address
1 Birchdene Drive, Thamesmead SE28 8RF

Summary

Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls, located in Thamesmead, is a free secondary school that opened in September 2019. As part of the PolyMAT multi-academy trust, it shares core values and a strong pastoral system with its sister school, Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment that supports the academic and personal development of its 1,183 students, with a capacity of 1,200.

The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and challenging, offering a broad range of subjects that encourage girls to excel in both traditionally female and male-dominated areas, such as STEM subjects. The school prioritises the development of leadership, resilience, and excellence, fostering a culture that empowers students to become confident and articulate young women.

With a focus on high standards of behaviour and respect, Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls aims to create a safe and supportive community. The school actively engages with local residents and primary schools to meet the educational needs of the Thamesmead area, ensuring that all students have access to outstanding life opportunities.

Key details

LA
Greenwich
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
POLYMAT
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1183
Boys
0
Girls
1183
FSM %
38.40
Open date
2019-09-02
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1183 0 1183 1200 38.40
2024-09-11 1157 0 1157 1200 34.20
2023-09-11 714 0 714 1200 26.30
2022-09-11 714 0 714 1200 26.30
2021-09-11 472 472 1200 22.70
2020-09-11 232 232 1200 15.10

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