Smitham Primary School

URN: 101759 • Coulsdon CR5 3DE

Overview

Name
Smitham Primary School
URN
101759
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Charlotte Groom (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086604399
Website
Visit
Address
Portnalls Road, Coulsdon CR5 3DE

Summary

Smitham Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Coulsdon, Croydon, with a current enrolment of 637 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 540. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. The headteacher, Mrs. Groom, emphasizes the school's ambition for high academic standards, which was recognised in the recent Ofsted inspection in April 2023.

The curriculum at Smitham is broad and engaging, designed to motivate students and support their overall development. The school has achieved commendable results in national assessments across various year groups, including Reception, Year 1, Year 2, Year 4, and Year 6. In addition to academics, Smitham offers extensive opportunities for enrichment in sports, arts, and music, promoting a well-rounded education.

Smitham Primary School prioritises the development of the whole child, preparing them for future educational journeys. The school community is described as friendly and supportive, fostering an environment where children can thrive both academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at www.smitham.croydon.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
540
Pupils
637
Boys
327
Girls
310
FSM %
15.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 637 327 310 540 15.70
2024-09-11 622 311 311 540 13.70
2023-09-11 548 271 277 540 18.10
2022-09-11 548 271 277 536 18.10
2021-09-11 509 246 263 536 18.00
2020-09-11 518 248 270 480 16.80

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