Linton Mead Primary School
82%
Capacity
315
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Linton Mead Primary School
Linton Mead 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 315 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 386 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Linton Mead Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Critchell, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7475th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 57 in Greenwich.
Linton Mead Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 25 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
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 Linton Mead Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Linton Mead 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 | Central Way, London, Greenwich, SE28 8DT |
| Headteacher | Sarah Critchell |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 315 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.2% |
| School Capacity | 315 / 386 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7475th of 13,686
Nationally
1222nd of 1,592
In London
50th of 57
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
61%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
76
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 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
Central Way, London
Greenwich, SE28 8DT
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