St Paul's Academy
St Paul's Academy is a secondary school in London for ages 11 to 16.
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At a glance
- Type
- Academy (sponsored)
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,066
- Who it's for
- Boys and girls
- Admissions
- Not selective
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Address
- Finchale Road, London, SE2 9PX
- Phone
- 02083 113868
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The school
- The school's Roman Catholic ethos ensures pupils grow in faith, character and readiness for life in modern Britain.
- The Peace Garden, with a statue of Our Lady and planted reflective area, is a space for prayer and reflection.
Source: St Paul's Academy website; St Paul's Academy website. Checked 11 November 2026.
How it teaches
- The school is a Specialist Sports Academy.
Source: St Paul's Academy website. Checked 11 November 2026.
Admissions
- The academy plans to admit 210 students in Year 7 for 2026 to 2027.
- Applicants wanting a faith place must complete the Certificate of Catholic Practice, otherwise they are considered for a community place.
Source: St Paul's Academy website. Checked 11 November 2026.
The school day and clubs
- A Friday Rosary at 10:40 a.m. and weekly staff prayer are open to all.
Source: St Paul's Academy website. Checked 11 November 2026.
Support
- Most additional learning needs are met within the classroom and students with high learning needs are usually taught in smaller classes with specialist SEND TAs.
- The Evergreen Hub is a SEND suite providing specialist spaces for interventions, therapy and support.
Source: St Paul's Academy website; St Paul's Academy website. Checked 11 November 2026.
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School details: Get Information about Schools, Department for Education, URN 105135. Checked 9 November 2026.
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Daily challenges that keep pace with your child's school year
For Years 1 to 6, with a weekly view of what they have mastered and an 11+ track when you're ready.