Schools in Greenwich — Published Data Comparison
Compare 222 schools and nurseries in Greenwich — Ofsted ratings, exam results & admissions data.
Data reviewed 3 August 2026. Lists use published DfE performance data and available Ofsted judgements; they are not paid placements.
Read how rankings are calculated →Classpot currently lists 222 schools and nurseries matching the Greenwich area used on this page. The live breakdown is 131 Nursery, 62 Primary, 22 Secondary.
The tables keep nursery, primary, secondary and private schools separate because they do not share one comparable performance measure. Use them to build a shortlist, then check the result year, inspection date, admissions policy and official source on each school profile.
Greenwich at a Glance
Highest-listed Nurseries in Greenwich
| # | School | Area | Ofsted | Age Range | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rachel McMillan Nursery School and Children's Centre | Greenwich | Outstanding | 2–5 | 123 |
| 2 | Pound Park Nursery School | Greenwich | Outstanding | 2–4 | 137 |
| 3 | More 2 Childcare | Greenwich | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
| 4 | Robert Owen Nursery School | Greenwich | Outstanding | 2–4 | 135 |
| 5 | Royal Eltham Pre - School | Greenwich | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
Ordered by the latest available Ofsted overall rating, then inspection recency. See the full methodology
Highest-listed Primary Schools in Greenwich
| # | School | Area | Ofsted | KS2 RWM % | Reading | Maths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Mary's Catholic Primary School | Greenwich | Outstanding | 83% | — | — |
| 2 | Eltham Church of England Primary School | Greenwich | Good | 83% | — | — |
| 3 | Our Lady of Grace Catholic Primary School | Greenwich | Outstanding | 87% | — | — |
| 4 | St Thomas A Becket Roman Catholic Primary School | Greenwich | Good | 75% | — | — |
| 5 | Meridian Primary School | Greenwich | Good | 82% | — | — |
Ordered by Classpot academic ranking using DfE KS2 progress data, with RWM expected standard used where progress data is unavailable. See the full methodology
Highest-listed Secondary Schools in Greenwich
| # | School | Area | Ofsted | Progress 8 | 5+ GCSE % | EBacc % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ark Greenwich Free School | Greenwich | Outstanding | — | 98% | 71% |
| 2 | St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School | Greenwich | Good | — | 82% | 80% |
| 3 | Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls | Greenwich | Good | — | 68% | 24% |
| 4 | Harris Academy Greenwich | Greenwich | Outstanding | — | 73% | 62% |
| 5 | Eltham Hill School | Greenwich | Good | — | 72% | 56% |
Ordered by Classpot academic ranking using DfE Progress 8 data. See the full methodology
Admissions in Greenwich — Key Dates
Applications for state-funded schools are made through the local authority where the child lives. For September 2027 entry, apply by 31 October 2026 for secondary school and by 15 January 2027 for primary school. National offer days are 1 March 2027for secondary and 16 April 2027 for primary (or the next working day if needed). Opening dates, supplementary forms and local procedures vary, so confirm them with the relevant council and school.
Important: Historic applications and places describe an earlier cohort. They do not predict whether a particular child will receive an offer.
Check the official England admissions guidance →Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools and nurseries are listed in Greenwich?
Classpot currently lists 222 schools and nurseries matching the Greenwich area definition used on this page. The current breakdown is 131 Nursery, 62 Primary, 22 Secondary.
Which schools appear first in the Greenwich tables?
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is currently the highest-listed primary school and Ark Greenwich Free School is currently the highest-listed secondary school. Primary and secondary tables use different published academic measures and are not combined into one overall league table. A position is a data comparison, not a recommendation.
How the ranking works →How do I apply for a state school in Greenwich?
Apply through the local authority where you live, even if the school is in another council area. For September 2027 entry, the national closing dates are 31 October 2026 for secondary applications and 15 January 2027 for primary applications. Check the relevant council and school admissions policies before applying.
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