Purley Oaks Primary School
URN: 101733 • South Croydon CR2 0PR
Overview
- Name
- Purley Oaks Primary School
- URN
- 101733
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Richard Griffin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02086884268
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bynes Road, South Croydon CR2 0PR
Summary
Purley Oaks Primary School is a mixed community school located in South Croydon, accommodating 651 pupils with a capacity of 660. The school prides itself on its ethos of "Pride in Excellence," aiming to support, value, and challenge every child. The Headteacher, Mr. R.J. Griffin, emphasizes the importance of motivation and support in helping students achieve their potential, fostering a culture of pride in learning and personal development.
The school has received positive feedback from Ofsted, highlighting the courteous behaviour of pupils and the exceptional safety measures in place. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the teaching quality, particularly in the Reception class, and appreciate the school's calm and encouraging environment. The school actively engages with families and the local community, encouraging parental involvement through the Governing Board and School Council.
Purley Oaks Primary is committed to continuous improvement and provides targeted support for pupils to ensure they reach their full potential. The school values collaboration and communication, ensuring that parents are informed and involved in their children's education.
The school has received positive feedback from Ofsted, highlighting the courteous behaviour of pupils and the exceptional safety measures in place. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the teaching quality, particularly in the Reception class, and appreciate the school's calm and encouraging environment. The school actively engages with families and the local community, encouraging parental involvement through the Governing Board and School Council.
Purley Oaks Primary is committed to continuous improvement and provides targeted support for pupils to ensure they reach their full potential. The school values collaboration and communication, ensuring that parents are informed and involved in their children's education.
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- School Trips (calendar)
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- Term Dates (other)
- School Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Atwood Primary School (70.2)
- Ridgeway Primary School (68.4)
- St Peter's Primary School (64.5)
- Gresham Primary School (63.7)
- Greenvale Primary School (62.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 651 | 344 | 307 | 660 | 32.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 658 | 341 | 317 | 660 | 35.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 640 | 351 | 289 | 660 | 38.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 640 | 351 | 289 | 660 | 38.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 648 | 353 | 295 | 660 | 38.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 650 | 352 | 298 | 660 | 30.00 |
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