Dulwich Wood Primary School
97%
Capacity
408
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Dulwich Wood Primary School
Dulwich Wood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 408 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Dulwich Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Rowe, it falls under Southwark local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9707th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 60 in Southwark.
Dulwich Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 179 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Dulwich Wood Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 15 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dulwich Wood Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Dulwich Wood Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bowen Drive, West Dulwich, London, Southwark, SE21 8NS |
| Headteacher | Helen Rowe |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Number of Pupils | 408 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.2% |
| School Capacity | 408 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9707th of 13,686
Nationally
1384th of 1,592
In London
52nd of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
179
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dulwich Wood Primary School
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Contact Information
Bowen Drive, West Dulwich, London
Southwark, SE21 8NS
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