Woodside Park School has closed (Sunday 31 May 2026).
It merged with another school.
Woodside Park School, London
Woodside Park School is a special school for pupils aged 7 to 11 in London.
Data last updated 8 Oct 2026
Woodside Park School in detail
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other special schools to Woodside Park School are Brent Knoll School (1.4 miles, Good); Beckmead College (1.6 miles, Good); Priory School (1.6 miles, Good); and Watergate School (1.7 miles, Outstanding).
Brent Knoll SchoolBeckmead CollegePriory SchoolWatergate School
Who goes there
Almost every pupil at Woodside Park School has an education, health and care plan (14 of 14 in 2026).
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Penge West Rail Station, about 400 metres away (roughly a 5-minute walk).
9 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is High Street / Maple Road, 280 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 558 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and public order offences. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Bromley (188), as is usual near a town centre.
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 years agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's January 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
The school is specifically designed for children with SEND, offering three different learning pathways so each child receives teaching matched to their individual needs. The premises have been refurbished to a high standard with specialist facilities, including dedicated therapy and medical rooms. The school places strong emphasis on helping pupils develop positive relationships and acquire essential English and maths skills to prepare them for secondary school.
Key Strengths
- Comprehensive curriculum with three flexible learning pathways tailored to individual pupil needs and EHC plans
- Strong focus on English and mathematics to support transition to secondary school
- Detailed PSHE and RSE curriculum covering British values, relationships, and respect for others
- High-quality, refurbished premises with specialist facilities including medical room, therapy room, and accessible toilets
- Robust safeguarding and health and safety policies aligned with latest government guidance
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective and comprehensive, reflecting up-to-date government guidance on child protection, preventing radicalisation and the Prevent duty, with clear procedures for recording and referring concerns.
Woodside Park School is a new independent school for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) that is likely to meet all independent school standards when it opens. The school will offer three tailored learning pathways - nurture, enriched and therapeutic, and mastery formal - matched to each pupil's needs and EHC plan.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
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Getting There
Train Stations
Bus Stops
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for London
Across Bromley council
Places available
4,001
Applications
3,651
Got 1st preference
66.3%
Got preferred school
93.0%
All secondary applications across Bromley council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
0
SEN Support
14
EHC Plans
100.0%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
14
Total Pupils
10
Boys
4
Girls
2026 academic year
Questions parents ask about Woodside Park School
How many pupils go to Woodside Park School?
Woodside Park School has around 14 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Woodside Park School?
Woodside Park School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
Where is Woodside Park School?
Woodside Park School is at 2 Blean Grove, Penge, London, SE20 8QU.