South Norwood Primary
London, SE25 5QP · Croydon · primary school
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57th of 77 primary schools in Croydon we can score, 87 in total — the rest without enough published data. 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 — 5.4/10 against 1,807 of them, against 4.4/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
South Norwood Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 356 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about South Norwood Primary
Overview
South Norwood Primary is a happy and safe school where pupils enjoy learning and behave well. Leaders have established a ‘well-designed, and ambitious curriculum’ that supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs, to achieve well. The school fosters a positive culture where staff feel supported and pupils are prepared for life in modern Britain.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘happy, safe and enjoy learning’, with bullying being ‘uncommon and dealt with effectively’.
- The curriculum is ‘well sequenced’ to help pupils revisit learning, ensuring they use vocabulary confidently and secure key knowledge.
- Reading is prioritised with a ‘well established’ phonics programme, allowing pupils to read with ‘accuracy and fluency’.
- Staff are ‘generally well prepared and knowledgeable’, benefiting from consistent professional development and workload support.
- Governors and trust leaders hold leaders to account effectively, ensuring statutory responsibilities are performed well.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, curriculum implementation is at an ‘earlier stage of development’, meaning pupils are not always secure in prior knowledge needed for more difficult learning.
- Leaders should continue work to help pupils ‘fill gaps in their knowledge’ and ensure the curriculum is ‘implemented consistently well in all subject areas’.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving appropriate training to spot risks and report concerns swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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