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Where we have the capacity to make a difference we are morally bound to do so.

We seek to create a nurturing academy community which places our learners at the heart of everything we do; where our children’s learning experiences are varied and inclusive, ensuring the highest standards of learning, and all are supported to be successful in reaching their full potential.

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Belle

Year 1

I think the outside drama lab is fun because I get to play with my friends and we love to explore dinosaurs.

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Kristabella

Year 5

The pitch feels wonderful, it makes me feel free.

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Sergey

Year 2

I love learning in the fresh air because it is peaceful

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David

Year 5

Passion is when you commit to your dreams and follow your heart.

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Abodunrin

Year 5

Aspiration is when you encourage yourself and others to achieve highly.

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Year 6 go surfing

Celebrating Success / 13 Jun

On Friday 13th June Year 6 travelled to Joss Bay in Broadstairs, Kent to spend a day surfing in the sunshine. In association with the charity GET OUT and Joss Bay Surf School, the pupils learned how to surf, whislt also being taught about the importance of looking after the sea. They learned about the amount of rubbish that enters the ocean every day and how they can play a part in ensuring that th

Ian Wright opens Turnham Academy's new library!

Celebrating Success / 4 Apr

Our new library has a fairground theme, which was chosen by our Pupil Parliament. The library was designed, created and stocked by the amazing charity ABC Book Club and it was officially opened on Thursday 27th March 2025 by ex pupil and football superstar Ian Wright.

Premier League Primary Stars work with Turnham Academy

Celebrating Success / 27 Feb

Turnham Academy girls football champions

Sports News / 18 Oct

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Careers Day today at Turnham Academy.@thesteptrust #PUPAC #Lewisham #school #Brockley #London #teachers #education #books #reading #careers #work pic.twitter.com/z86aOrRV39— Turnham Academy (@TurnhamPrimary) June 27, 2025

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Careers Day today at Turnham Academy. “I’m going to be a neurosurgeon.”@thesteptrust #PUPAC #Lewisham #school #Brockley #London #teachers #education #books #reading #careers #nhs #doctor #Neuroscience pic.twitter.com/c2WtdaGpMM— Turnham Academy (@TurnhamPrimary) June 27, 2025

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On the assault course!@thesteptrust #PUPAC #Lewisham #school #Brockley #London #teachers #education #books #reading pic.twitter.com/HVBD2slXFS— Turnham Academy (@TurnhamPrimary) June 23, 2025

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Year 6 ready for their disco last night 🪩 @thesteptrust #PUPAC #Lewisham #school #Brockley #London #teachers #education #books #reading pic.twitter.com/2cjoKSpMzv— Turnham Academy (@TurnhamPrimary) June 23, 2025

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The crew @thesteptrust #PUPAC #Lewisham #school #Brockley #London #teachers #education #books #reading #pgl pic.twitter.com/SrbsjcH74g— Turnham Academy (@TurnhamPrimary) June 22, 2025

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Archery 🎯 @thesteptrust #PUPAC #Lewisham #school #Brockley #London #teachers #education #books #reading #pgl pic.twitter.com/Z5GHeMWLBo— Turnham Academy (@TurnhamPrimary) June 22, 2025

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Climbing high@thesteptrust #PUPAC #Lewisham #school #Brockley #London #teachers #education #books #reading #pgl pic.twitter.com/NPM0qTmqIl— Turnham Academy (@TurnhamPrimary) June 22, 2025

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Raft building on the lake 🚤 @thesteptrust #PUPAC #Lewisham #school #Brockley #London #teachers #education #books #reading #pgl pic.twitter.com/3iHjkeGQbd— Turnham Academy (@TurnhamPrimary) June 22, 2025

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After a good nights sleep everyone is loving the hot weather ☀️ pic.twitter.com/KeUuaCuihH— Turnham Academy (@TurnhamPrimary) June 21, 2025

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The #Brockley #Ladywell and #CroftonPark festival has concluded. Well done to all the children and thanks to the parents who supported. 🥇Beecroft Garden 🥈Stillness and 🥉@TurnhamPrimary pic.twitter.com/4LMrZp3AbK— Platform Cricket (@platformLDN1) June 20, 2025