Wize Up
Wize Up is an independent special school in Greenwich for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 46 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Wize Up is Good, from an inspection in June 2024. In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 14.0, and 4% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: June 2024. GCSE results: 2019.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 579 Westhorne Avenue Eltham London SE9 6DN |
| Phone | 02088599664 |
| Reference Number | 136092 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 46 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.83%
Girls: 52.17% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Wize Up School has been assessed as good overall, demonstrating effective quality of education, positive behaviour, and strong leadership. The school is known for its supportive, family-like environment, where staff build quick and positive relationships with pupils, enabling them to thrive academically and socially. There is a strong emphasis on high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and a broad curriculum that is designed to meet individual learning needs. Transition support for pupils moving to post-16 education is comprehensive, showcasing the school’s commitment to preparing students for their future.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 30 Apr 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 30 Apr 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Mar 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 14 Jan 2020 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Oct 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Mar 2014 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Jun 2011 | Monitoring inspection |
| 09 Feb 2011 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils.
- High expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Broad and ambitious curriculum.
- Effective behaviour management systems.
- Strong support for personal development, including therapy and mentoring.
- Comprehensive transition programme for Year 11 pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistency in target setting across subjects.
- Some subjects lack specific guidance for deeper knowledge acquisition.
- Teachers not consistently identifying and addressing gaps in pupils' understanding.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 32.6% of pupils at Wize Up were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 19.6% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Wize Up's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Wize Up is Good, from an inspection in June 2024.
When was Wize Up last inspected by Ofsted?
Wize Up was last inspected in June 2024.
How many pupils does Wize Up have?
Wize Up has 46 pupils on roll.
What age range does Wize Up cover?
Wize Up for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Wize Up's GCSE results?
In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 14.0, and 4% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Wize Up?
Wize Up is at 579 Westhorne Avenue, Eltham, London, SE9 6DN.
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