St Matthew Academy
URN: 135264 • London SE3 0XX
Overview
- Name
- St Matthew Academy
- URN
- 135264
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- All-through
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Potter (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02088536250
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St Joseph's Vale, London SE3 0XX
Summary
St Matthew Academy is a mixed all-through Catholic school located in Lewisham, London, catering to pupils aged 4-16. With a current enrolment of 1,065 students and a capacity of 1,650, the academy aims to provide a nurturing environment that fosters both academic and social development. The school has a strong commitment to inclusivity, welcoming pupils of all faiths and backgrounds.
The curriculum at St Matthew Academy is designed to be rigorous and forward-thinking, complemented by an exceptional careers programme that prepares students for future challenges. The academy prides itself on its outstanding academic outcomes, evidenced by a Progress 8 score of +0.57 in 2024, making it the top-performing school in Lewisham. The recent Ofsted report rated the academy as 'Outstanding' in all areas, highlighting its effective leadership and enriching educational experiences.
St Matthew Academy also places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that every pupil receives tailored support during their transition into secondary education and throughout their time at the school. The community is engaged through various cultural and co-curricular opportunities, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students and staff.
The curriculum at St Matthew Academy is designed to be rigorous and forward-thinking, complemented by an exceptional careers programme that prepares students for future challenges. The academy prides itself on its outstanding academic outcomes, evidenced by a Progress 8 score of +0.57 in 2024, making it the top-performing school in Lewisham. The recent Ofsted report rated the academy as 'Outstanding' in all areas, highlighting its effective leadership and enriching educational experiences.
St Matthew Academy also places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that every pupil receives tailored support during their transition into secondary education and throughout their time at the school. The community is engaged through various cultural and co-curricular opportunities, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students and staff.
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Nearby alternatives
- Harris Academy Chobham (78.0)
- Edmonton County School (72.7)
- Wren Academy Finchley (71.2)
- Woodmansterne School (71.0)
- St Mary Magdalene Academy (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Lewisham
- Age range
- 4 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1650
- Pupils
- 1065
- Boys
- 615
- Girls
- 450
- FSM %
- 35.00
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1065 | 615 | 450 | 1650 | 35.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1066 | 605 | 461 | 1650 | 34.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1006 | 542 | 464 | 1650 | 32.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1006 | 542 | 464 | 1650 | 32.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1018 | 543 | 475 | 1650 | 29.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 946 | 479 | 467 | 1650 | 25.90 |
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