Priory School

URN: 101856 • London SE19 3QN

Overview

Name
Priory School
URN
101856
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
53.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julie Evans (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086538222
Website
Visit
Address
Hermitage Road, London SE19 3QN

Summary

Priory School is a community special school located in Croydon, London, catering to 138 mixed-gender students with a capacity of 139. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment, guided by its core values of respect, courage, happiness, ambition, and pride. These values are integral to the school's mission to empower students to lead "brilliant lives" filled with choice and opportunity.

The curriculum at Priory School is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students through a pathway model that groups learners based on their individual learning styles rather than cognitive ability. This approach allows for tailored educational experiences, ensuring that each student can thrive and prepare for adulthood. The pathways range from those supporting moderate learning disabilities to those catering to complex learning needs, promoting a holistic approach to personal development.

Priory School fosters a vibrant community, encouraging collaboration among students, staff, families, and local partners. The school regularly invites parents and prospective students to visit during Open Mornings, providing opportunities to engage with the school environment and its dedicated staff.

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Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
139
Pupils
138
Boys
96
Girls
42
FSM %
50.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 138 96 42 139 50.60
2024-09-11 139 97 42 139 50.00
2023-09-11 138 100 38 139 50.50
2022-09-11 138 100 38 136 50.50
2021-09-11 137 99 38 136 51.10
2020-09-11 132 94 38 132 48.00

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