Meridian High School
Croydon, CR0 0AH · Croydon · secondary school
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22nd of 23 secondary schools in Croydon we can score. 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 — 1.0/10 against 214 of them, against 0.4/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 16.8 · 2 | 30% | 0.06 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.7 · 8 | 25% | 0.21 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 29.7 · 1 | 10% | 0.01 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Meridian High School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 30.2% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 34.2, against a national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.7 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Choir, Debate, Axion Maths, and Creative Writing. Sports options cover Football, Rugby, and Netball, while arts include Street Art. A ski trip is offered, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 535 pupils against a stated capacity of 960. 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 to close the gap between their current Attainment 8 and the national median? What specific strategies are used to improve Progress 8 scores for students with similar backgrounds?
What Ofsted said about Meridian High School
Overview
Meridian High School is judged as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, marking a significant improvement from its previous ‘Requires improvement’ rating. The report highlights a ‘monumental transition’ driven by a new, ambitious curriculum and a strong ethos that encourages pupils to ‘present the best version of yourself’. Leaders are described as highly effective, with governors providing clear direction and staff feeling proud of the school’s progress.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe in a school where relationships are ‘warm and friendly’ and bullying is rare.
- Teachers explain concepts clearly, breaking lessons into manageable parts to ensure understanding before moving on.
- Leaders prioritise reading, matching books to pupils’ ages and interests, and provide specialist support for early readers.
- The school offers robust support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), including a dedicated Pinnacle Centre.
- Staff workload and well-being are actively managed, with leaders considering impact before introducing new initiatives.
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not consistently identify and address knowledge gaps in Years 7, 8, and 9 with sufficient precision.
- Attendance remains low for some pupils, leading to widened knowledge gaps; leaders must address this with greater urgency.
- The range of after-school clubs is limited mainly to sports, restricting opportunities for pupils to develop other talents and interests.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where pupils know how to stay safe and report concerns, and staff receive regular training.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 36.0 |
| 2024/25 | 34.2 |
| 2025/26 | 29.7 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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