Special schoolData as of May 2026

Willow Dene School

Swingate Lane, Plumstead, SE18 2JD

A Outstanding-rated special school in Plumstead where 0% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

309

Ages

2-19

FSM

54.0%

Capacity

264

Ofsted

Outstanding

Nov 2022

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

0.0%

Writing

0.0%

Maths

0.0%

RWM Combined

0.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

N/A

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Willow Dene School

Willow Dene School is a secondary school in Plumstead, Greenwich. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 309 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Swingate Lane, Plumstead, SE18 2JD | More schools in Greenwich

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Willow Dene School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2022 — Outstanding
Dec 2019 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Oct 2012 — Good (predecessor: Willow Dene School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Willow Dene School

What is Willow Dene School's Ofsted rating?

Willow Dene School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Willow Dene School's latest exam results?

Willow Dene School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Willow Dene School located?

Willow Dene School is a secondary school in Plumstead, Greenwich (SE18 2JD).

How many pupils attend Willow Dene School?

Willow Dene School has around 309 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Willow Dene School with other schools?

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