- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
64 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1190%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.4%
- Pupils
- 222
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.2
Schools in CR8
A postcode district in Croydon
- Postcode district
- 25 schools and nurseries
In short: CR8 is a postcode district in Croydon with 10 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 11 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2510 primary · 4 secondary · 11 nurseries
Top-rated
All CR8 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CR8
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in CR8
10 in CR8, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
52 first choices, 59 offers made
Met the standard at 1172%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.5%
- Pupils
- 433
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.2
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
31 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1170%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.7%
- Pupils
- 212
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.6
Top Secondary Schools in CR8
4 in CR8, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
480 first choices, 299 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1655.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.4%
- Pupils
- 2,074
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
132 first choices, 175 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1650.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.4%
- Pupils
- 1,116
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
60 first choices, 129 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1646.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.7%
- Pupils
- 599
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
Nurseries in CR8
11 in CR8, highest Ofsted grade first
Purley Nursery School
Purley, CR8 2NE · State · Nursery · Ages 2 to 5
- Ofsted:Outstanding
No published results yet.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 87
- Pupils per teacher
- 39.5
Abbey Wood Grange Day Nursery
South Croydon, CR8 5DU · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Bright Horizons Purley Day Nursery and Preschool
Purley, CR8 2AR · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in CR8
3 in CR8, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
480 first choices, 299 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1655.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.4%
- Pupils
- 2,074
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
132 first choices, 175 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1650.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.4%
- Pupils
- 1,116
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
60 first choices, 129 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1646.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.7%
- Pupils
- 599
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
Special Schools in CR8
2 in CR8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Abingdon House School Purley
Purley, CR8 2AN · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 17
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 72
- Pupils per teacher
- –
St Nicholas School
Purley, CR8 4DS · Special · Primary · Ages 4 to 11
- Ofsted:Requires improvement
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 9.5%
- Pupils
- 273
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.8
Private Schools in CR8
4 in CR8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Abingdon House School Purley
Purley, CR8 2AN · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 17
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 72
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Cumnor House School
Cr8 3hb · Independent · Primary · Ages 4 to 11 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 131
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Laleham Lea School
Purley, CR8 3JJ · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 111
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CR8, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding3
- Good14
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet7
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in CR8 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every CR8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CR8 has 25 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in CR8
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about CR8
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CR8?
CR8 has 25 schools, including 10 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 11 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in CR8?
The highest-ranked schools in CR8 on Eduscope are Beaumont Primary School, Riddlesdown Collegiate, Harris Primary Academy Kenley. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in CR8?
There are 4 independent schools in CR8. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in CR8 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in CR8?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 25 schools in CR8 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.