Paxton Academy Sports And Science is a primary free school in Thornton Heath, London. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this free school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Paxton Academy Sports And Science has 58% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.
The school has 275 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 44.9%, 37% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.8%.
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At Paxton Academy Sports And Science, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.
73% met the expected standard in reading and 73% in maths.
Paxton Academy Sports And Science has an overall absence rate of 6.8%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
The teacher turnover rate at Paxton Academy Sports And Science is 44.9%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Paxton Academy Sports And Science has 275 pupils on roll.
37% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Paxton Academy Sports And Science was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in December 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Paxton Academy Sports And Science is due for reinspection this year (2026).
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Paxton Academy Sports And Science's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
647/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
205/mo
32% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 17.7 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 8.2
Bus Stops
19
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Thornton Heath Rail Station
1.0km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Outstanding
Parent View
Would Recommend
40%
Child is Happy
20%
Child Feels Safe
13%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.