St Ursula's Convent School
81%
Capacity
549
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About St Ursula's Convent School
St Ursula's Convent School is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Greenwich community, welcoming girls from age 11 to 16. The school has 549 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 675 places).
Ofsted has rated St Ursula's Convent School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Mark O'Shaughnessy, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.09 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 50.9. Additionally, ranked 1321st out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 15 in Greenwich.
St Ursula's Convent School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 105 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Ursula's Convent School include Science Labs, Sports Hall, Theatre, Astro Turf, Swimming Pool, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Sixth Form Centre, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Netball, Athletics and 6 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Young Enterprise, Book Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.9%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Greenwich, St Ursula's Convent 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Girls |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Crooms Hill, London, Greenwich, SE10 8HN |
| Headteacher | Mark O'Shaughnessy |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 549 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.9% |
| School Capacity | 549 / 675 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.09)
1321st of 3,141
Nationally
331st of 487
In London
7th of 15
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed105
123
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Ursula's Convent School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
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Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Crooms Hill, London
Greenwich, SE10 8HN
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