Red Gates School

URN: 101855 • South Croydon CR2 8HD

Overview

Name
Red Gates School
URN
101855
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Melissa Hendry (since 2025) , Interim Headteacher
Telephone
02086516540
Website
Visit
Address
Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon CR2 8HD

Summary

Red Gates School is a community special school located in South Croydon, catering to 160 pupils aged 4-11 with severe learning difficulties and complex needs. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child's individuality is recognised and embraced. The dedicated staff team focuses on delivering a personalised curriculum that supports both academic and holistic development, ensuring that every pupil can thrive and achieve their potential.

The school's ethos is centred around collaboration with parents and carers, valuing their insights to inform educational practices and policies. Red Gates promotes a holistic approach to education, addressing the spiritual, moral, cultural, and social development of its pupils. This commitment is reflected in the supportive atmosphere that encourages independence and self-worth among students.

Red Gates School actively engages with the local community and other providers to enhance the services available to families. The school fosters a sense of belonging and achievement, aiming to empower every child to feel safe and valued in their learning journey.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
160
Pupils
160
Boys
119
Girls
41
FSM %
48.80
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 160 119 41 160 48.80
2024-09-11 159 119 40 160 49.10
2023-09-11 161 122 39 164 48.40
2022-09-11 161 122 39 147 48.40
2021-09-11 167 125 42 147 47.90
2020-09-11 166 125 41 147 43.60

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