St Paul's Academy
URN: 105135 • London SE2 9PX
Overview
- Name
- St Paul's Academy
- URN
- 105135
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 44.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sheila Ward (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02083113868
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Finchale Road, London SE2 9PX
Summary
St Paul's Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Abbey Wood, London, with a current enrollment of 1,119 students and a capacity of 1,200. The school operates under a sponsor-led model and emphasizes a nurturing environment where every student is valued, as reflected in its motto, "You are God's work of Art." The academy is committed to inclusivity and the welfare of its pupils, ensuring a positive learning atmosphere supported by a dedicated senior leadership team.
The curriculum at St Paul's Academy is designed to empower students to achieve their fullest potential, with a strong focus on career education and guidance. From Year 7 to Year 11, students receive tailored support to help them navigate their academic and career pathways, including opportunities for personal development and employability skills. The school actively engages with parents and guardians to facilitate informed decision-making regarding students' futures.
St Paul's Academy also prioritizes community involvement, hosting events such as open days and coffee mornings to foster connections between the school and families. The school continuously evaluates its programs to enhance the educational experience and ensure it meets the needs of all students, including those with special educational needs or disabilities.
The curriculum at St Paul's Academy is designed to empower students to achieve their fullest potential, with a strong focus on career education and guidance. From Year 7 to Year 11, students receive tailored support to help them navigate their academic and career pathways, including opportunities for personal development and employability skills. The school actively engages with parents and guardians to facilitate informed decision-making regarding students' futures.
St Paul's Academy also prioritizes community involvement, hosting events such as open days and coffee mornings to foster connections between the school and families. The school continuously evaluates its programs to enhance the educational experience and ensure it meets the needs of all students, including those with special educational needs or disabilities.
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Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Greenwich
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 1119
- Boys
- 653
- Girls
- 466
- FSM %
- 35.60
- Open date
- 2005-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1119 | 653 | 466 | 1200 | 35.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1120 | 656 | 464 | 1200 | 33.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1160 | 637 | 523 | 1200 | 25.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1160 | 637 | 523 | 1200 | 25.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1177 | 662 | 515 | 1200 | 20.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1180 | 663 | 517 | 1200 | 15.80 |
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