Paddock School120 Broadwater Road , London

Located in London, Paddock School is a not applicable school, serving pupils aged 4 to 19. The school is a community special school and operates as a mixed school. It follows a not applicable admissions policy. It does not have a designated religious character, which may suit families looking for a non-faith school. The school also offers a sixth form, allowing students to continue into post-16 education on site.

Paddock School currently has around 220 pupils on roll, which is about 102% of its capacity. The gender split is relatively balanced, with approximately 78.6% boys and 21.4% girls. Around 57.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which gives an indication of the socio-economic mix. The student population reflects a mixed community across different backgrounds and needs.

Overall absence at the school is 10.3%. Persistent absence is recorded at 31.3%.

The student population reflects a mixed community, with african pupils forming the largest group at around 20.5%. white british pupils make up about 14.5% , followed by other white at 10%

At its latest Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Outstanding. This indicates exceptional performance across all areas. Safeguarding was judged to be effective, which is a key consideration for many parents.

Around 100% of pupils move on to sustained destinations after Year 11. Most continue into education (100%) , including 0% who stay in school sixth forms and 17% progressing to further education , while 0% enter apprenticeships .