Paxton Academy Sports And Science
44%
Capacity
275
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Paxton Academy Sports And Science
Paxton Academy Sports And Science is a state-funded None primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 275 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (44% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Paxton Academy Sports And Science "Good", the school is led by headteacher Theresa Moses, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8517th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 77 in Croydon.
Paxton Academy Sports And Science is a popular choice with families — it received 152 applications for 49 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Paxton Academy Sports And Science include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Paxton Academy Sports And Science 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 843 London Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon, CR7 6AW |
| Headteacher | Theresa Moses |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 275 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.9% |
| School Capacity | 275 / 630 (44% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8517th of 13,686
Nationally
1302nd of 1,592
In London
57th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
58%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
152
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
843 London Road, Thornton Heath
Croydon, CR7 6AW
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