Gilbert Scott Primary School
URN: 135151 • South Croydon CR2 8HD
Overview
- Name
- Gilbert Scott Primary School
- URN
- 135151
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 46.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Bernadette Wakefield (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon CR2 8HD
Summary
Gilbert Scott Primary School is a community school located in South Croydon, with a current enrolment of 224 pupils out of a capacity of 262. The school serves a mixed-gender population and has a notable percentage of students eligible for free school meals, standing at 34%. The school aims to provide a supportive and stimulating environment where children can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Gilbert Scott is designed to be creative, balanced, and meaningful, encouraging students to become independent learners while fostering positive social skills. The school community values collaboration among staff, parents, and governors to enhance the educational experience for all pupils.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and visits are welcomed to discuss their children's learning journey. The school prides itself on its warm atmosphere and commitment to nurturing each child's potential, ensuring they develop as responsible and considerate individuals. For further inquiries, parents can contact the school office for assistance.
The curriculum at Gilbert Scott is designed to be creative, balanced, and meaningful, encouraging students to become independent learners while fostering positive social skills. The school community values collaboration among staff, parents, and governors to enhance the educational experience for all pupils.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and visits are welcomed to discuss their children's learning journey. The school prides itself on its warm atmosphere and commitment to nurturing each child's potential, ensuring they develop as responsible and considerate individuals. For further inquiries, parents can contact the school office for assistance.
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Nearby alternatives
- Atwood Primary School (70.2)
- Ridgeway Primary School (68.4)
- St Peter's Primary School (64.5)
- Gresham Primary School (63.7)
- Greenvale Primary School (62.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 224 | 113 | 111 | 262 | 34.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 224 | 113 | 111 | 262 | 34.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 224 | 113 | 111 | 262 | 34.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 224 | 113 | 111 | 262 | 34.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 224 | 113 | 111 | 262 | 34.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 224 | 113 | 111 | 262 | 34.00 |
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