Best 3 Primary schools in Sutton – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Avenue Primary Academy (Primary) in Sutton; St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School (Primary) in Sutton; Beddington Park Academy (Primary) in Croydon — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Avenue Primary Academy, St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School and Beddington Park Academy. They are primary phase and academy converter, voluntary aided school and academy sponsor led type located around Sutton, Surrey and Croydon, Surrey. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Avenue Primary Academy), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Avenue Primary Academy (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 600, combined total ≈ 1,850, typical FSM 10–15%, range 0–5%–30–35%; spread across trusts such as Cirrus Primary Academy Trust and Step Academy Trust.

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Attribute	Avenue Primary Academy SM2 6JE	St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School SM3 9DL	Beddington Park Academy CR0 4UL
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Voluntary aided school	Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location	Sutton Surrey SM2 6JE	Sutton Surrey SM3 9DL	Croydon Surrey CR0 4UL
Latest Ofsted	1 14 Mar 2024	1 23 Jan 2024	1 19 Nov 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,050 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	865	417	420
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Cirrus Primary Academy Trust	Sutton (319)	Step Academy Trust
Website	www.avenueprimary.com	www.stcecilias.school	beddingtonparkacademy.org
Telephone	02086425138	02083374566	02086881390
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Avenue Primary Academy

SM2 6JE

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Sutton
Surrey
SM2 6JE
Ofsted: 1 14 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cirrus Primary Academy Trust
Website: www.avenueprimary.com
Telephone: 02086425138

St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School

SM3 9DL

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Sutton
Surrey
SM3 9DL
Ofsted: 1 23 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Sutton (319)
Website: www.stcecilias.school
Telephone: 02083374566

Beddington Park Academy

CR0 4UL

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Croydon
Surrey
CR0 4UL
Ofsted: 1 19 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Step Academy Trust
Website: beddingtonparkacademy.org
Telephone: 02086881390

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.