Paddington Academy

URN: 130912 • London W9 2DR

Overview

Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Katie Gillam (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02074793900
Website
Visit
Address
50 Marylands Road, London W9 2DR

Summary

Paddington Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Westminster, London, with a current enrolment of 1,259 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,200. The academy is sponsored by United Learning and aims to provide a supportive and inclusive educational environment. With a significant proportion of students (49.80%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its community.

The academy's ethos is centred around fostering a culture of respect, ambition, and resilience among students. Paddington Academy offers a broad curriculum designed to equip pupils with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success. Key staff members are dedicated to ensuring that all students receive the support they need, including targeted initiatives for those eligible for pupil premium funding.

In addition to academic support, Paddington Academy places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and the well-being of its students. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community to create a collaborative environment that enhances the educational experience for all pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.paddington-academy.org.

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Key details

LA
Westminster
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1259
Boys
656
Girls
603
FSM %
49.80
Open date
2006-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1259 656 603 1200 49.80
2024-09-11 1259 648 611 1200 47.00
2023-09-11 1234 643 591 1200 42.10
2022-09-11 1234 643 591 1200 42.10
2021-09-11 1235 629 606 1200 40.80
2020-09-11 1237 628 609 1200 34.80

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