As the Principal, and more importantly, as a former student of this very institution, I am immensely proud to lead a community that shaped me and continues to drive the future of the Royal Greenwich Borough. 

I am just one of many who walked these corridors. Today, my mission is to ensure that our current students rise to become the leaders, thinkers, business owners, and creatives our world needs.

When Ofsted visited St Paul's in June, I was delighted that they recognised our many strengths.

What Ofsted had to say about:

Our curriculum…

“The ambitious personal development curriculum builds pupils’ confidence and character over time.”

“Careers education is excellent, and every pupil receives expert guidance.”

 

 

The ‘St Paul’s Academy Promise’ reflects the school’s Roman Catholic ethos. This ensures that pupils grow in faith, character and readiness for life in modern Britain. 

Our Pupils…

"Pupils are happy, polite and respectful... They feel proud to belong to the school community….”

“They celebrate their culture and faith during culture day and St Paul’s feast day. They take part in a wide range of activities through the ‘St Paul’s academy promise’.

“Pupils show positive attitudes to learning and engage well with the rewards systems. Pupils get on well with one another. Bullying is not tolerated and is dealt with quickly.”

“Pupils treat one another with respect and show maturity in their daily interactions. They are reflective and curious, and they speak with confidence. Pupils discuss sensitive topics in a thoughtful way.”

 

Our Staff…

“Staff prioritise pupils’ wellbeing. They know pupils very well and provide extra help to those that need it.” 

“Staff know their pupils and understand the local challenges many families face. “

“The school has strengthened behaviour systems. Leaders have reset the school culture, using consistent language such as 'be ready, be respectful and be safe'.

“Leaders have a clear understanding of what the school’s curriculum does well and where it needs to improve.”

“Leaders have high expectations for pupils and staff...."

 

The leadership team has made rapid progress in areas where they identified that improvement was needed. Leaders make decisions that put pupils first.

- Ofsted Inspection Report, June 2026

As Principal, I am proud of the achievements highlighted in this report.

I am delighted to invite you to our upcoming Open Events and welcome you to St Paul’s Academy. As both Principal and a former student of the Academy, I understand first-hand the transformative power of a St. Paul’s education. I want you to see first hand what makes St Paul’s such a special place.

 

Mr Anton Innocent

Principal