Free school · Greenwich

Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls

Secondary
Ages 11–16
Girls

Term dates

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2026/27

2027/28

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Admissions

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About and location

Type: Free school
Phase: Secondary
Ages: 11–16
Pupils: 1120 (capacity 1200)
Gender: Girls
Academy trust: POLYMAT
Admissions: Non-selective
Phone: 02080592800
Address: 1 Birchdene Drive, Thamesmead, SE28 8RF
Website: woolwichpolygirls.co.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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