Plumstead Manor SchoolOld Mill Road , London

Located in London, Plumstead Manor School is a secondary school, serving pupils aged 11 to 19. The school is a community school and operates as a mixed school. It follows a non-selective admissions policy. It does not have a designated religious character, which may suit families looking for a non-faith school. The school also offers a sixth form, allowing students to continue into post-16 education on site.

Plumstead Manor School currently has around 1454 pupils on roll, which is about 97% of its capacity. The gender split is relatively balanced, with approximately 49.2% boys and 50.8% girls. Around 38.1% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which gives an indication of the socio-economic mix. The student population reflects a mixed community across different backgrounds and needs.

Overall absence at the school is 10.7%. Persistent absence is recorded at 32.4%. The school also includes resourced provision, supporting 25 pupils.

The student population reflects a mixed community, with white british pupils forming the largest group at around 27%. african pupils make up about 16.6% , followed by other white at 13.8%

At its latest Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Requires Improvement. This means the school has areas that require improvement. Safeguarding was judged to be effective, which is a key consideration for many parents.

Around 96% of pupils move on to sustained destinations after Year 11. Most continue into education (95%) , including 67% who stay in school sixth forms and 21% progressing to further education , while 0% enter apprenticeships .