Henwick Primary School
74%
Capacity
352
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Henwick Primary School
Henwick 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 352 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Henwick Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Lazell, 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 3100th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 57 in Greenwich.
Henwick Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 28 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Henwick Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Henwick 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 | Henwick Road, London, Greenwich, SE9 6NZ |
| Headteacher | Lisa Lazell |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 352 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.4% |
| School Capacity | 352 / 476 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3100th of 13,686
Nationally
648th of 1,592
In London
24th 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
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
88
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Henwick Road, London
Greenwich, SE9 6NZ
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