Timbercroft Primary School
89%
Capacity
390
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Timbercroft Primary School
Timbercroft 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 390 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 437 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Timbercroft Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Mollett, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5341st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 57 in Greenwich.
Timbercroft Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 36 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Timbercroft Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Book Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Timbercroft 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 | Timbercroft Lane, London, Greenwich, SE18 2SG |
| Headteacher | Rachel Mollett |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 390 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.3% |
| School Capacity | 390 / 437 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5341st of 13,686
Nationally
951st of 1,592
In London
37th of 57
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
67%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Timbercroft Lane, London
Greenwich, SE18 2SG
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