Paxton Academy Sports And Science

URN: 140967 • Thornton Heath CR7 6AW

Overview

Name
Paxton Academy Sports And Science
URN
140967
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WANDLE LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Theresa Moses (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02086832308
Website
Visit
Address
843 London Road, Thornton Heath CR7 6AW

Summary

Paxton Academy Sports and Science, located in Thornton Heath, Croydon, is a mixed primary free school with a current enrolment of 275 pupils, significantly below its capacity of 630. The school is dedicated to fostering high aspirations and academic excellence within a supportive community. It promotes a positive learning environment where both children and adults collaborate to help every student reach their full potential.

The curriculum at Paxton Academy is designed to be relevant, creative, and inclusive, encouraging a love for learning among pupils. The school has achieved Little Wandle Champion School status, reflecting its commitment to high teaching standards. As part of the Wandle Learning Trust, Paxton Academy benefits from access to expert colleagues and resources, enhancing the educational experience for all students.

Paxton Academy places a strong emphasis on community values, aiming to create a nurturing atmosphere where respect and care are paramount. The school invites prospective families to attend monthly Open Days, providing an opportunity to meet the Headteacher, explore the facilities, and learn more about the school's ethos and offerings.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WANDLE LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
630
Pupils
275
Boys
138
Girls
137
FSM %
51.90
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 275 138 137 630 51.90
2024-09-11 212 107 105 630 59.00
2023-09-11 186 100 86 630 61.80
2022-09-11 186 100 86 630 61.80
2021-09-11 195 103 92 630 66.20
2020-09-11 181 96 85 630 64.10

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