Park Academy

A outstanding free schools school in Merton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Park Academy.

London, SW193EF Ofsted: Outstanding Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

88

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
74.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 88.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 31.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
16 November 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
200 Dorset Road
London, SW193EF
Phone
2085423365
Website
park-academy.org/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
141027
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Address
200 Dorset Road, London, SW19 3EF
Website
https://park-academy.org/
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
STEP ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
103
Free School Meals
18.4% (19 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.9% (4 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
10.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
88.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
31.0%
Reading Score:
111.0
Maths Score:
111.0
Grammar Score:
113.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
88.0 (+29.2 vs average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher):
31.0 (+23.7 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
10.0 (7.5 below average)
Maths Score:
111.0 (+6.9 vs average)
Reading Score:
111.0 (+5.8 vs average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 111.0 111.0
2023 108.0 108.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
6 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
13
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
103 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+3.0 per year)

Up 3.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Passion Urgency Positivity Aspiration Commitment

Head Teacher's Message

Executive Head Teacher John Halliwell describes Park Academy as a diverse and inclusive school that focuses on the development of the whole child, high expectations, an enriching curriculum, growth mindset, and partnership with families.

Facilities

Hall

Curriculum Highlights

Communication Teamwork and Collaboration Social and Emotional Development Academic Success Confidence and Independence Future Preparedness Mindfulness World Citizens Real-World Skills Community Involvement Leadership Resilience Creativity Individuality and Innovation Engagement and Motivation Problem-Solving Skills Lifelong Passion Inspiration and Aspiration

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Wrap Around Care is provided by staff, including a Wrap Around Care Play Worker Lead and a Wrap Around Care Play Worker.

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