Turnham Academy

URN: 146100 • London SE4 2HH

Overview

Name
Turnham Academy
URN
146100
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
STEP ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
45.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Frank Harrowell (since 2025)
Telephone
02076390440
Website
Visit
Address
Turnham Road, London SE4 2HH

Summary

Turnham Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Brockley, London, with a current enrolment of 171 pupils and a capacity of 576. The school is part of the STEP Community, which emphasizes a commitment to anti-racism, diversity, and inclusivity. Turnham Academy aims to create a nurturing environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential through varied and inclusive learning experiences.

The curriculum at Turnham Academy focuses on fostering a passion for learning, encouraging aspiration, and promoting positivity among students. Recent initiatives include outdoor learning experiences, such as surfing and paddleboarding, which enhance students' engagement with their education while teaching them about environmental stewardship. The school also features a newly opened library, designed with input from the Pupil Parliament, to enrich the reading culture within the academy.

Turnham Academy actively involves the community and encourages parental engagement through school tours and open communication. The school’s ethos is centred on improving the life chances of all children, ensuring that each pupil feels valued and empowered in their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Lewisham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
STEP ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
576
Pupils
171
Boys
83
Girls
88
FSM %
50.30
Open date
2018-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 171 83 88 576 50.30
2024-09-11 174 96 78 576 41.80
2023-09-11 250 140 110 576 48.80
2022-09-11 250 140 110 576 48.80
2021-09-11 287 167 120 576 47.50
2020-09-11 323 188 135 576 30.50

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