Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School

URN: 101797 • Purley CR8 2XP

Overview

Name
Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School
URN
101797
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dermot Mooney (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086600115
Website
Visit
Address
Russell Hill Road, Purley CR8 2XP

Summary

Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School, located in Purley, Croydon, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender intake of 214 pupils, out of a capacity of 226. The school is affiliated with the Parish of Purley and welcomes applications from families of all faiths. The school's mission is to foster a community rooted in the values of respect, care, and excellence, while celebrating diverse cultures and faiths.

The school has received an 'Outstanding' rating in its 2023 Ofsted inspection, particularly highlighting its Early Years provision and the exemplary behaviour of its pupils. The curriculum is designed to be ambitious, promoting a passion for learning and reading among students. Academic outcomes are consistently high, with 90% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading and mathematics in 2024, significantly above national averages.

Margaret Roper also prioritises the well-being of its students through various support systems, including a full wrap-around care program with breakfast and after-school clubs. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all pupils.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
226
Pupils
214
Boys
102
Girls
112
FSM %
14.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 214 102 112 226 14.50
2024-09-11 201 92 109 226 11.90
2023-09-11 198 90 108 226 10.10
2022-09-11 198 90 108 226 10.10
2021-09-11 214 108 106 245 7.90
2020-09-11 239 123 116 245 7.10

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