Beddington Park Academy
Croydon, CR0 4UL · Sutton · primary school
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5th of 31 primary schools in Sutton we can score, 41 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.9/10 against 2,336 of them, against 7.7/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beddington Park Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 350 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in literacy? What does a typical day look like for a child in the final year of primary education? How does the academy maintain its Outstanding rating in terms of daily teaching quality?
What Ofsted said about Beddington Park Academy
Overview
Beddington Park Academy is described as a place where pupils are "extremely proud" and feel "happy and safe." Leaders promote an "aspirational curriculum" with "consistently high" expectations, resulting in pupils who are "highly motivated learners" with "no disruption to learning." The report highlights exemplary character development and strong community links.
Strengths
- Staff deliver high-quality teaching, routinely checking prior knowledge to "close any gaps" and deepen subject understanding.
- Reading is "well developed," with staff using precise strategies to help pupils catch up and promoting a "love of reading."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified swiftly and supported through close work with outside agencies.
- Behaviour is "exceptional," with pupils showing "great self-discipline" and positive attitudes towards their education.
- Leaders have built "impressive, strong links with parents" and ensure staff feel supported with manageable workloads.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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