The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 75% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2016).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 49.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2016
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
49.4
5.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
49%
7.6pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
85%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.35
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
94%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
93%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 280 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
24% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 105 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,472
- Capacity
- 75%
- FSM
- 26.8%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Wandsworth
- Trust
- BURNTWOOD TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Helen Shorrock (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Burntwood Lane, London, SW17 0AQ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSmallwood Primary School and Language Unit
Primary · 782m away
Francis Barber Pupil Referral Unit
Pupil referral unit · 901m away
Paddock School
Special school · 901m away
Gatton (VA) Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Al Risalah Secondary School
Independent · 1.3km away
St Boniface RC Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Rechere's Academy
Independent · 1.6km away
Garfield Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is Burntwood School a selective school?
No. Burntwood School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Burntwood School's Ofsted rating?
Burntwood School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Burntwood School?
Burntwood School currently has 1,472 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Burntwood School take?
Burntwood School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Burntwood School?
Burntwood School is in London, SW17 0AQ, in the Wandsworth local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Burntwood School have a sixth form?
Yes, Burntwood School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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