Foxfield Primary School
108%
Capacity
682
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Foxfield Primary School
Foxfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Greenwich community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 682 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Megan Minnett & Tatum Sharp (Co-Headteachers), it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1743rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 57 in Greenwich.
Foxfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 321 applications for 90 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 107 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Foxfield Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Foxfield 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sandbach Place, London, Greenwich, SE18 7EX |
| Headteacher | Megan Minnett & Tatum Sharp (Co-Headteachers) |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 682 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.1% |
| School Capacity | 682 / 630 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1743rd of 13,686
Nationally
403rd of 1,592
In London
13th of 57
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
29%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
79%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
321
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
107 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandbach Place, London
Greenwich, SE18 7EX
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