Why choose Paddington Academy

1. Consistently exceptional outcomes: our GCSE results have consistently placed us in the top 5% of schools in the UK for student progress for the last ten years.

2. Hardworking and dedicated teaching staff: we are proud to be a non-selective school and achieve high academic standards and in 2026, 68% of students achieved a grade 5 or above in GCSE English and Maths, and 84% achieved a grade 4 or above.

3. A large and thriving Sixth Form with high academic standards: 67% of A Levels were graded A*-B in 2026 and our average A level grade was a B and BTEC grade a Distinction*.

4. Exceptional destinations: 95% of students went to university in 2026, the highest of any school in Westminster and 48% of students went to Russell Group universities (versus 9% nationally) including UCL, Imperial, King's College and the London School of Economics.

5. Environments for scholarly habits: we have very high standards of behaviour, are a smartphone-free school and have a relentless focus on uniform, organisation and homework, so our students can do their best.

6. At the forefront of teacher training: we are the lead teacher-training school for United Learning (the largest Academy Trust in the UK), in addition we are a DfE-designated Teaching School Hub for Central London, therefore our students are always taught by experts.

7. A knowledge rich, rigorous and traditional curriculum: to provide a foundation for high achievement, challenge and university study.

8. A rich, varied and joyful enrichment offer: we are recognised as ACE School of Character, have a dedicated Careers Team who run networking events and interview preparation; we run an external speaker’s programme and a wide array of leadership and fundraising opportunities, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, mentoring and volunteering.

9. An ‘Outstanding’ educational experience: we are rated ‘Outstanding’ in all areas and have an unrivalled track record of excellence. We were described by the Education Secretary Michael Gove as ‘a jewel in the crown of state education’.

If you wish to contact the school regarding admissions or your child’s place at the Academy, please telephone Rubina Parvin (Attendance Officer) on 0207 479 3959 or at admissions@paddington-academy.org.  If you wish to contact the school regarding transition questions, please telephone Daniel Riley-Furse (Assistant Principal) on 0207 479 3961.