Paxton Primary School
URN: 100577 • London SE19 1PA
Overview
- Name
- Paxton Primary School
- URN
- 100577
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jeff Muhammad (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02086702935
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodland Road, London SE19 1PA
Summary
Paxton Primary School is a mixed community school located in London, serving 420 pupils with a capacity of 680. The school is committed to inclusivity and fostering a supportive environment where every child can thrive. The ethos of the school is centred around achievement, respectfulness, and caring (ARC), ensuring that all children, regardless of their background, have the opportunity to build self-esteem and recognise their potential.
The curriculum at Paxton is designed to be broad, balanced, and relevant, focusing on developing lifelong learners. Early years education emphasizes language skills and confidence in communication, while older pupils engage in complex problem-solving in mathematics. The school places a strong emphasis on emotional well-being, with staff dedicated to providing tailored support, particularly during challenging times.
Paxton Primary values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, encouraging active involvement in the school’s activities. The school’s leadership is committed to continuous improvement and maintaining a safe, happy environment where children can enjoy learning and achieve excellence. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
The curriculum at Paxton is designed to be broad, balanced, and relevant, focusing on developing lifelong learners. Early years education emphasizes language skills and confidence in communication, while older pupils engage in complex problem-solving in mathematics. The school places a strong emphasis on emotional well-being, with staff dedicated to providing tailored support, particularly during challenging times.
Paxton Primary values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, encouraging active involvement in the school’s activities. The school’s leadership is committed to continuous improvement and maintaining a safe, happy environment where children can enjoy learning and achieve excellence. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
Useful links
- SEND REPORT (sen)
- SCHOOL CALENDAR (calendar)
- PAXTON PRIMARY (other)
- ADMISSIONS (other)
- MEALS (other)
- SCHOOL POLICIES (other)
- TERM DATES (other)
- UNIFORM (other)
- WELCOME (other)
- WRAPAROUND CARE (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Lambeth
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 680
- Pupils
- 420
- Boys
- 212
- Girls
- 208
- FSM %
- 17.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 420 | 212 | 208 | 680 | 17.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 462 | 235 | 227 | 680 | 17.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 531 | 280 | 251 | 680 | 20.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 531 | 280 | 251 | 680 | 20.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 522 | 263 | 259 | 680 | 19.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 494 | 253 | 241 | 680 | 15.90 |
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