Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls

About Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls

Our school is dedicated to providing excellence in education for young women. We empower our girls to become strong role models and the leaders of tomorrow through our two core values of care and unity, as well as our pillars, which are leadership, excellence & resilience.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Lizaan Williams

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

69.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

52.6

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.40

Progress 8

Above average

61.9%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

79.2%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

22.9% entered EBacc

19.5% achieved EBacc

236 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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James Patel Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 10, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School with Great Values"

I've been blown away by the leadership and resilience programs at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls. My daughter's really benefited from the extra support and guidance she's received. The school's also very inclusive and welcoming, I've noticed a real sense of community among the staff and students.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily Smith Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School with Caring Staff"

I've been impressed with the facilities at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls, especially the new robotics lab. My daughter loves the sense of unity and care that the school fosters, it's really helped her confidence grow. The teachers are also very supportive and keep us informed about her progress.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rahul Khan Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 1, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

I've had mixed feelings about Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls. On the one hand, my daughter loves the school's uniform and the sense of belonging it gives her. On the other hand, I've felt that the school could do more to prepare students for sixth form and beyond.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Sarah Lee Unconfirmed

Parent May 15, 2021

4.0

"Excellent in Many Ways"

I was very happy with my daughter's experience at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls. The school's pastoral care is excellent and the teachers are very supportive. However, I felt that the school could improve in terms of communication with parents, especially regarding exam results.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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