The Anchor Sendfriendly Centre
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 4-25 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 3 North Road Block E Plumstead London SE18 1BS |
| Phone | 02036514863 |
| Reference Number | 149908 |
The Anchor Sendfriendly Centre has made significant progress since its last inspection in March 2025, addressing several critical areas where it previously fell short. The school now meets all independent school standards, demonstrating improvements in the quality of education provided. Notably, the school has developed a comprehensive careers policy and program, ensuring that pupils receive the necessary guidance for their future educational and employment pathways. Furthermore, a robust relationships and sex education (RSE) curriculum has been successfully implemented, adhering to statutory requirements.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 34 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 79.41%
Girls: 20.59% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 04 Nov 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Nov 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 18 Mar 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Oct 2023 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Clear careers program providing important work-related knowledge and skills
- Utilization of external partners for impartial careers advice and guidance
- Personal development plans for all pupils aligned with key life themes
- Comprehensive RSE program that meets statutory requirements
- Appropriate coverage of protected characteristics in the curriculum
- Effective leadership with a thorough understanding of independent school standards
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