Royal Russell School
URN: 101835 • Croydon CR9 5BX
Overview
- Name
- Royal Russell School
- URN
- 101835
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 47.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Hutchinson (since 2022) , Headteacher
- Previous head
- C Hutchinson, Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02086574433
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Coombe Lane, Croydon CR9 5BX
Summary
Royal Russell School is an independent mixed school located in Croydon, offering both day and boarding options for students aged 3 to 18. With a current enrolment of 1,263 pupils and a capacity of 1,350, the school prides itself on fostering a supportive community that values individual strengths and collective success, encapsulated in its motto, "non sibi sed omnibus" (not for oneself, but for all).
The school provides a comprehensive curriculum enriched by a variety of extracurricular activities, aimed at promoting personal growth and academic achievement. Facilities include modern classrooms, extensive sporting amenities, a Performing Arts Centre, and dedicated spaces for science and media technology. The teaching staff is committed to nurturing each student's potential, ensuring tailored support through small class sizes and a robust pastoral care system.
Royal Russell School also emphasizes the importance of mental health and well-being, recognizing the pressures faced by young people today. The school encourages open communication between home and school, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes the welfare and development of each child.
The school provides a comprehensive curriculum enriched by a variety of extracurricular activities, aimed at promoting personal growth and academic achievement. Facilities include modern classrooms, extensive sporting amenities, a Performing Arts Centre, and dedicated spaces for science and media technology. The teaching staff is committed to nurturing each student's potential, ensuring tailored support through small class sizes and a robust pastoral care system.
Royal Russell School also emphasizes the importance of mental health and well-being, recognizing the pressures faced by young people today. The school encourages open communication between home and school, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes the welfare and development of each child.
Useful links
- Senior School (sen)
- BSA COVID(opens in new window/tab) (download)
- Apply Now (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Boarding (other)
- Co-Curricular (other)
- Discover (other)
- Nursery and Junior School (other)
- Sixth Form (other)
- Sport (other)
Nearby alternatives
- BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology (68.9)
- Link Primary School (66.4)
- The Link School (66.2)
- Link Secondary School (53.3)
- Addington Valley Academy (53.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1263 | 739 | 524 | 1350 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 1225 | 722 | 503 | 1250 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 1131 | 676 | 455 | 1250 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1131 | 676 | 455 | 1150 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1090 | 631 | 459 | 1150 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1073 | 618 | 455 | 1150 | 0.00 |
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