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Woodlane Values
Kindness
Tolerance
Honesty
Independence
Effort
Aspiration
Resilience
Achievement
Respect
Welcome to Woodlane
About Our School
Woodlane High School is a successful, purpose-built community special school for pupils aged 11-16 years. Recognised by Ofsted as an outstanding school, we are committed to providing an exceptional education that enables every pupil to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Opened on our current site by the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham in February 2000, Woodlane provides specialist support for pupils with a wide range of barriers to learning, helping them to develop the knowledge, skills, resilience and independence needed for future success.
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- 24 March 2026
Pupil Questionnaire 2025/2026
Read MoreWe are delighted to share our most recent pupil questionnaire results.
90 pupils (82.5% of the school roll) responded to the recent pupil questionnaire. We are delighted with the responses, which indicate that pupils continue to be very happy at Woodlane. The very few disagree statements will be explored further and support offered where required.
What have pupils said about Woodlane?
What do you like most about the school?
“The lovely teachers and staff.”
“When the teachers are proud of how hard you work.”
“The very kind and friendly staff who help me learn.”
“I like how the teachers and TAs are very respectful and support me to learn.”
“I like theme days and learning new things.”
What would you like to change in the school?
“The school is fine the way it is.”
“Have an earlier home time.”
“Let us keep our phones on us, but not in lessons.”
Summary of Views:
- On average 99% of pupils agreed/strongly agreed with the statements (all set in the positive mode).
- 100% of pupils believe Woodlane is a good school.
- 100% of pupils believe they are taught well.
- 100% of pupils believe teachers expect them to work hard and do their best.
- 99% of pupils think their work is assessed helpfully so they can see how to improve it (1 pupil disagreed).
- 99% of pupils believe that pupils at Woodlane behave well (1 pupil disagreed).
- 100% of pupils have an adult in school they can talk to if they have a problem.
- 99% of pupils believe staff treat all pupils fairly and with respect (1 pupil disagreed).
- 99% of pupils believe the school helps them to be independent (1 pupil disagreed).
- 99% of pupils believe the school is interested in their views (1 pupil disagreed).
- 96% of pupils think worthwhile homework is set regularly (2 pupils disagreed, 1 pupil strongly disagreed)
- 100% of pupils feel the school deals with any problems so they feel safe.
- 99% of pupils believe the school is well run (1 pupil disagreed).
Please download and read the full survey below, including any actions required.
- 06 March 2026
Parent Satisfaction Survey 2026
Read MoreResults of the recent Parent Satisfaction Survey 2026
- 07 October 2025
Staff Questionnaire - September 2025
Read MorePlease see staff questionnaire results attached.
- 04 March 2025
Pupil Questionnaire 2024/2025
Read MoreWe are delighted to share our most recent pupil questionnaire results.
91 pupils (84.3% of the school roll) responded to the recent pupil questionnaire. We are delighted with the responses, which indicate that pupils are very happy at Woodlane. The very few disagree statements will be explored further and support offered where required.
What have pupils said about Woodlane?
What do you like most about the school?
“What I like most about this school is there is zero tolerance for violence.”
“That the TAs and teachers make the school feel like home.”
“What I like most about the school is that teachers and TAs treat me equally.”
“GCSEs being available.”
“I like theme days and my hard work.”
What would you like to change in the school?
“I think the school is perfect, so not much needed to change.”
“The changing rooms.”
“A whole borough party.”
Summary of Views:
- On average 99% of pupils agreed/strongly agreed with the statements (all set in the positive mode).
- 99% of pupils believe Woodlane is a good school (1 pupil strongly disagreed).
- 100% of pupils believe they are taught well.
- 100% of pupils believe teachers expect them to work hard and do their best.
- 100% of pupils think their work is assessed helpfully so they can see how to improve it.
- 99% of pupils believe that pupils at Woodlane behave well (1 pupil disagreed).
- 97% of pupils have an adult in school they can talk to if they have a problem (2 pupils felt they do not have someone they can talk to).
- 99% of pupils believe staff treat all pupils fairly and with respect (1 pupil disagreed).
- 100% of pupils believe the school helps them to be independent.
- 100% of pupils believe the school is interested in their views.
- 97% of pupils think worthwhile homework is set regularly (2 pupils disagreed)
- 99% of pupils feel the school deals with any problems so they feel safe (1 pupil disagreed).
- 99% of pupils believe the school is well run (1 pupil disagreed).
Please download and read the full survey below, including any actions required.
Why Choose Woodlane?
A Culture of Excellence
"Pupils get an education that is second to none." "Leaders, including those responsible for governance, are relentless in their drive for continuous improvement. This culture of excellence is shared by all." Ofsted 2024
Outstanding Teaching and Learning
"Teachers are experts in their subjects and very skilled at implementing the curriculum for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)." "The school robustly tracks pupils’ progress from their starting points across all areas, including how they demonstrate the school’s values." Ofsted 2024
Our Curriculum Offer
"The curriculum is broad, rich and highly personalised, often exceeding the ambitions of what is expected nationally." "Pupils achieve well because the curriculum has been meticulously designed. Knowledge builds on pupils’ starting points so that their learning deepens from Year 7 to Year 11." Ofsted 2024
Outstanding Pupil Behaviour
"Behaviour in classrooms and around the school is exceptional." "Pupils benefit from a very well-structured environment that supports their behaviour." Ofsted 2024
Our Transition Arrangments
"Pupils settle quickly when they join the school. They participate fully in activities including visits, parents’ evenings and taster lessons before they arrive. Transition classes in Year 7 help them to learn the rules and routines of the school so they are successful. There is a razor-sharp focus on what is best for each pupil." Ofsted 2024