Fossdene Primary School
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Fossdene Primary School
Fossdene Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Greenwich community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Fossdene Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maria Hill, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3099th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 57 in Greenwich.
Fossdene Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 26 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fossdene Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Fossdene 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 | Victoria Way, London, Greenwich, SE7 7NQ |
| Headteacher | Maria Hill |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.7% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3099th of 13,686
Nationally
647th of 1,592
In London
23rd of 57
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
73%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
80
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Victoria Way, London
Greenwich, SE7 7NQ
Journey to School
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