Paxton Primary School
62%
Capacity
420
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Paxton Primary School
Paxton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southwark community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 420 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Paxton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jeff Muhammad, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9776th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 60 in Southwark.
Paxton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 153 applications for 52 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Paxton Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southwark, Paxton Primary School 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodland Road, London, Southwark, SE19 1PA |
| Headteacher | Jeff Muhammad |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 680 (62% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9776th of 13,686
Nationally
1393rd of 1,592
In London
54th of 60
In Southwark
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
54%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
153
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woodland Road, London
Southwark, SE19 1PA
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