Important Travel Update - Introduction of New Superloop SL11 Route

We want to make you aware of upcoming changes to local bus services that may affect your child’s journey to and from school. From Saturday 24 January 2026, Transport for London (TfL) will introduce a new Superloop route, SL11, operating between North Greenwich Bus Station and Abbey Wood Station via Woolwich town centre.

New SL11 Route

The SL11 will run a limited‑stop service between North Greenwich and Abbey Wood. It will only stop at specific bus stops along the route, including:

Towards Abbeywood:

• North Greenwich Bus Station - stop A named North Greenwich Station 
• Stop MC named Millennium Village / Oval Square located on West Parkside 
• Stop MF named Millennium Leisure Park East at Greenwich Peninsula 
• Stop MA named Peninsular Park Road located on Bugsbys Way 
• Stop E at Charlton Station 
• Stop K at Woolwich Elizabeth Line Station 
• Stop A at Plumstead Bus Garage 
• Stop F opposite Belmarsh Prison 
• Stop Y on Central Way named Thamesmead / Grasshaven Way 
• Stop J on Central Way named Thamesmead Town Centre / Watersmeet Place 
• Stop D named Linton Mead Primary School located on Central Way 
• Stop NG on Crossway named Thamesmead North / Eastgate Close 
• Stop SJ named Thamesmead / Carlyle Road located on Carlyle Road 
• Stop D opposite Abbey Wood Station on Harrow Manorway 
• Stop F on Gayton Road named Gayton Road / Abbey Wood Station

Towards North Greenwich Bus Station buses will only stop at the following bus stops: 

• Stop F on Gayton Road named Gayton Road / Abbey Wood Station 
• Stop C outside Abbey Wood Station on Harrow Manorway 
• Stop SK named Thamesmead / Carlyle Road located on Carlyle Road 
• Stop NC on Crossway named Thamesmead North / Manordene Road 
• Stop E named Linton Mead Primary School located on Central Way 
• Stop H on Central Way named Thamesmead Town Centre / Watersmeet Place 
• Stop X on Central Way named Thamesmead / Grasshaven Way 
• Stop G outside Belmarsh Prison 
• Stop WL named Plumstead Road / Plumstead Station located on Plumstead Road 
• Stop D at Woolwich Elizabeth Line Station 
• Stop G named Anchor & Hope Lane located on Anchor & Hope Lane 
• Stop MB named Peninsular Park Road located on Bugsbys Way 
• Stop MH named Millennium Leisure Park East at Greenwich Peninsula 
• Stop ML named Millennium Village / Oval Square located on West Parkside 
• Buses set down at stop E at North Greenwich Bus Station 

Service Frequency

• Monday–Friday: every 12 minutes before 06:30, every 6 minutes until around 21:00, then every 10 minutes
• Saturday: every 12 minutes before 07:30, every 6 minutes until around 20:00, then every 10 minutes
• Sunday: every 15 minutes before 09:30, then every 12 minutes
• First buses will depart at 04:58 from Abbey Wood and 05:00 from North Greenwich daily. Last buses will run at 00:00 (midnight) from both ends of the route.

Changes to Route 472

• As part of these changes:
• Route 472 will be withdrawn.
• The SL11 will replace the 472 only at the stops it serves.
• A new night service, N472, will operate every 30 minutes between North Greenwich and Abbey Wood, serving all current 472 stops overnight.

If Your Child Uses Route 472

Some stops previously served by the 472 will not be served by the SL11. 

These stops will continue to be served by other frequent local routes, including 161, 177, 180, 244, 301 and 380.

Families may need to plan for:

• A change of bus during the journey
• Slightly longer travel times
• Adjustments to morning or afternoon routines

Further Information

You can check updated timetables and plan journeys using the TfL Journey Planner

More details about the Superloop network are available here

Woolwich Polytechnic Sixth Form - Tomorrow’s Leaders Start Here

At Woolwich Polytechnic Sixth Form, we take pride in our legacy of success. Our students have celebrated outstanding A Level results, progressing to some of the top universities and apprenticeships in the country. Alumni have gone on to study Medicine at Cambridge, History of Art at Oxford, Economics at LSE, and have secured exceptional apprenticeships with organisations such as PwC, JP Morgan and BBC Ofcom.

Our most recent OFSTED inspection rated us ‘Outstanding,’ recognising not only our academic excellence but the personal growth of our students. We believe character development is as important as academic achievement. Students benefit from two weeks of work experience in Year 12, a thriving student leadership body, access to The Access Project for free tuition, and a wide range of workshops and educational visits tailored to their interests.

Our exceptional professional team supports every student’s pastoral and academic journey. With a university‑style structure, form groups are organised by faculty, helping students connect with peers who share their interests and ensuring assemblies and extracurricular opportunities align with their future goals.

Our motto, ‘Tomorrow’s Leaders,’ reflects our commitment to nurturing articulate, mature, kind and successful young adults ready for life beyond Sixth Form.

Find out more about our outstanding Sixth Form here:

REMINDER - Woolwich Polytechnic Sixth Form Applications

Applications can be submitted via Admissions+.

Internal Applicants (WPSfB & WPSfG):

• Final deadline: Monday 5 January 2026 (4pm).
• Interviews will be scheduled in January.

External Applicants:

• Deadline: Thursday 29 January 2026 (4pm) (must include a reference).
• Interviews scheduled in February.

Due to high demand, late applications may not be considered. All applicants must meet our minimum entry requirements, confirmed via your reference.

For enquiries, email sixthform@woolwichpoly.co.uk or lbrogan@woolwichpolyboys.co.uk.

Please note: The Sixth Form Office is closed until Monday 5 January 2026 (8am). Emails will be answered as soon as possible.

Apply now

On behalf of the student body, and as Heads of the Student Leadership Team - Kezia, Kiran, Lyonne, and El Rafael we are excited to introduce ourselves and share what makes Woolwich Polytechnic Sixth Form so special.

Our motto, Tomorrow’s Leaders, underpins everything we do. This is a Sixth Form that supports and challenges us to reach our highest potential, preparing us to truly become the leaders of tomorrow.

Our teachers consistently go above and beyond - arriving early to help with studies and staying late after school. We also benefit from an extended schools programme, offering extra lessons on Saturdays and during holidays in the run-up to exams.

But Sixth Form life here isn’t just about grades. Personal growth and leadership development are equally important. We lead charity days, cultural celebrations, and sporting events. Through partnerships with external organisations, students are matched with mentors from business, medical, and arts sectors, aligned to our subject specialisms. Some opportunities even include paid internships during the summer holidays.

For those aspiring to Oxbridge or careers in medicine and dentistry, our dedicated Scholar’s Programme provides tailored support to help students achieve their ambitions.

We’re proud of our history of success. Alumni have gone on to study at prestigious universities including Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, King’s College London, and UCL, as well as securing apprenticeships with leading organisations such as PwC, JP Morgan, and Ofcom.

If you’re ambitious and looking for a professional Sixth Form that truly cares about your future, this is the place for you!

Christmas Dinner Day for Students at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys

Get ready for a festive feast on Wednesday 17th December!

Roast Turkey or Winter Squash & Kale Stuffed Wellington

Served with Roast Potatoes, Sprouts, Carrot Batons & rich Gravy

Plus a Festive Cookie – the sweetest way to finish!

All for just £2.75 – the perfect way for students to celebrate the season together.

Save the date!

On Wednesday, 3rd December 2025, a group of our Year 12 students visited the Metropolitan Police Crime Museum as part of their Forensics and Criminology course.

The experience took them on a fascinating historical journey, showcasing evidence from some of the UK’s most notorious cases - including Jack the Ripper and the Kray Twins. These exhibits sparked great interest and discussion among the students.

The visit provided valuable insight into chains of custody and the long-term storage of evidence, deepening their understanding and supporting their upcoming assignments.

It was an inspiring day that brought classroom learning to life!