The Pointer School
London, Greenwich, Greater London · SE3 7TH
Small and selective, The Pointer School in Greenwich educates around 347 boys and girls from the ages of three to eleven. With no religious affiliation and no boarding provision, it operates as a co-educational day school covering the full primary years. At its most recent inspection, the Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest grade of "excellent". The intimate size allows for close attention to each child throughout their journey from nursery to the end of Year 6.
347
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 347
- Location
- London, Greenwich, Greater London
- Website
- https://pointers.school/
- Telephone
- 020 8293 1331
Headteacher
Head Mrs Charlotte Crookes
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Teaching & academics
The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged the quality of education "excellent", reflecting strong outcomes across the primary phase. As a small school spanning ages three to eleven, it offers a continuous and well-supported route towards the 11+ and senior school transfer.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 13 May 2025
The last word
A compact, non-denominational prep school with top inspection marks, suited to families wanting a nurturing all-through primary environment in Greenwich.
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The Pointer School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Pointer School located?
The Pointer School is located at 19 Stratheden Road, Blackheath, London, SE3 7TH.
What type of school is The Pointer School?
The Pointer School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend The Pointer School?
The Pointer School has approximately 347 pupils on roll.
What is The Pointer School's inspection rating?
The Pointer School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 13 May 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.