Windrush Thamesmead Primary School
106%
Capacity
223
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Windrush Thamesmead Primary School
Windrush Thamesmead 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 223 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Carrie Lee, it falls under Greenwich local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6586th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 57 in Greenwich.
Windrush Thamesmead Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 30 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Windrush Thamesmead Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Eco Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Greenwich, Windrush Thamesmead 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 | 2 Bentham Road, London, Greenwich, SE28 8AR |
| Headteacher | Carrie Lee |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.5% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 210 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6586th of 13,686
Nationally
1116th of 1,592
In London
46th of 57
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
63%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
112
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
2 Bentham Road, London
Greenwich, SE28 8AR
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