Park Academy
60%
Capacity
127
Pupils
4.6x
Demand
About Park Academy
Park Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 127 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity.
the school is led by headteacher Stefan Johnson, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 474th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 42 in Merton.
Park Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 22 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
Park Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Park Academy include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Park Academy is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 200 Dorset Road, London, Merton, SW19 3EF |
| Headteacher | Stefan Johnson |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 127 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.1% |
| School Capacity | 127 / 210 (60% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
474th of 13,686
Nationally
113th of 1,592
In London
2nd of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
31%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
101
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (13% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Park Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
200 Dorset Road, London
Merton, SW19 3EF
Journey to School
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