Coloma Convent Girls' School
URN: 101823 • Croydon CR9 5AS
Overview
- Name
- Coloma Convent Girls' School
- URN
- 101823
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 56.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Englefield (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Upper Shirley Road, Croydon CR9 5AS
Summary
Coloma Convent Girls' School is a voluntary aided secondary school for girls located in Croydon, established in 1869 by The Daughters of Mary and Joseph. The school aims to foster a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to "Work Hard & Be Kind." With a current enrollment of 1,054 pupils and a capacity of 1,057, the school maintains a supportive community atmosphere.
The curriculum is designed to promote academic excellence while also emphasizing the importance of personal development and spiritual growth. Coloma offers a range of subjects, including strong STEM programs, and celebrates student achievements, particularly in GCSE results, where a significant percentage of students attain high grades. The school also provides opportunities for extracurricular engagement, including trips and events that enrich the educational experience.
Safeguarding is a key priority at Coloma, with all staff trained to ensure the safety and well-being of students. The school actively encourages parental involvement through platforms like EduLink One, which enhances communication regarding students' progress and attendance. Overall, Coloma Convent Girls' School strives to create a holistic educational experience that prepares students for future success.
The curriculum is designed to promote academic excellence while also emphasizing the importance of personal development and spiritual growth. Coloma offers a range of subjects, including strong STEM programs, and celebrates student achievements, particularly in GCSE results, where a significant percentage of students attain high grades. The school also provides opportunities for extracurricular engagement, including trips and events that enrich the educational experience.
Safeguarding is a key priority at Coloma, with all staff trained to ensure the safety and well-being of students. The school actively encourages parental involvement through platforms like EduLink One, which enhances communication regarding students' progress and attendance. Overall, Coloma Convent Girls' School strives to create a holistic educational experience that prepares students for future success.
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Nearby alternatives
- Harris Invictus Academy Croydon (61.5)
- Oasis Academy Coulsdon (61.1)
- Edenham High School (60.2)
- Archbishop Tenison's CofE High School (59.5)
- St Mary's Catholic High School (57.7)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1054 | 0 | 1054 | 1057 | 11.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1054 | 0 | 1054 | 1057 | 11.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1054 | 0 | 1054 | 1057 | 11.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1054 | 0 | 1054 | 1057 | 11.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1082 | 0 | 1082 | 1057 | 9.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1067 | 0 | 1067 | 1057 | 7.10 |
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