Once called Langbourne Primary School this is Dulwich Wood Primary School. It stands as a beacon of learning in West Dulwich. Did you know that Dulwich Wood Primary School caters to children aged 4 to 11? It is a mixed-gender school.
Dulwich Wood Primary School has a capacity of 420 pupils. Currently around 400 pupils attend the school. This means it is at 95% of its total capacity. The school is located on Bowen Drive Kingswood Estate.
Let’s talk about diversity. Dulwich Wood Primary School has a rich mix of ethnicities. About 35% of pupils are White British. Around 16% are African and about 19.1% are Mixed. A significant 17% of pupils have English as an additional language.
In terms of free school meals 24.8% of students are eligible. The school supports a high percentage of students. Around 29% have special education needs.
The school’s performance is closely monitored. Ofsted the Office for Standards in Education inspects the school. As of July 2022 Dulwich Wood Primary School received a rating of Good. This includes quality of education behavior and attitudes personal development and leadership and management. Early years provision also received a Good rating.
Now let’s discuss class sizes. The average size of one-teacher classes is 28.6 pupils. Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher average 29.8 pupils. Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher average 27.6 pupils.
Dulwich Wood Primary School is a community school. It does not apply any religious character. Ms Helen Rowe is the principal. The school’s phone number is 02086705470. The website is www.dulwichwood.com.
What about exam results? In reading the average progress score is -0.3. In writing the average progress score is -0.4. In maths the average progress score is -1.3. In 2019 70% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading writing and maths.
Let’s talk about progress scores in 2019. Pupils had an average progress score in maths of 2.4. Pupils had an average progress score in reading of 3.6. Pupils had an average progress score in writing of 3.3. These scores indicate the progress pupils made. They are compared to the national average.
Dulwich Wood Primary School has a dedicated team of teachers. In 2018-2019 the school employed 19.6 full-time equivalent teachers. They also had 14.1 full-time equivalent teaching assistants.
Dulwich Wood Primary School stands as a testament to community. It strives for excellence. The school’s commitment to diversity and inclusion shines. It provides a nurturing environment for all its pupils.