Cricket Green School

URN: 102699 • Mitcham CR4 3AF

Overview

Name
Cricket Green School
URN
102699
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
59.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Celia Dawson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086401177
Website
Visit
Address
Lower Green West, Mitcham CR4 3AF

Summary

Cricket Green School is a community special school located in Mitcham, Merton, catering to 263 pupils aged 4 to 19 with diverse learning needs. The school has been consistently rated as "Outstanding" by Ofsted from 2010 to 2023. Its ethos centres on fostering independence, self-awareness, and personal development, ensuring that every pupil feels valued and supported.

The curriculum at Cricket Green is based on the National Curriculum, with a strong emphasis on developing literacy and numeracy skills through direct teaching and real-life experiences. The school employs a Creative Curriculum approach, allowing pupils to engage in thematic learning blocks. Older students follow personalised learning plans, gaining qualifications tailored to their interests and abilities.

Admissions are managed through the Local Authority, requiring an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or a Statement of Special Educational Needs. The school prioritises creating a safe and secure environment where students can build self-confidence and contribute positively to their community.

Key details

LA
Merton
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
260
Pupils
263
Boys
175
Girls
88
FSM %
54.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 263 175 88 260 54.90
2024-09-11 256 169 87 230 52.30
2023-09-11 230 145 85 230 47.10
2022-09-11 230 145 85 230 47.10
2021-09-11 218 134 84 230 42.90
2020-09-11 208 128 80 199 40.80

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