The Quest Academy
URN: 136203 • South Croydon CR2 8HD
Overview
- Name
- The Quest Academy
- URN
- 136203
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE COLLEGIATE TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 46.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Thomas Beecham (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02086578935
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon CR2 8HD
Summary
The Quest Academy, located in South Croydon, is a mixed secondary school with an enrolment of 903 students and a capacity of 1,115. As an academy sponsor-led institution under The Collegiate Trust, it prioritises both academic excellence and personal development, aiming to equip students for future challenges. The school fosters a disciplined environment that encourages participation, leadership, and service, promoting a sense of curiosity and moral purpose among its students.
The curriculum at The Quest Academy is designed to develop essential knowledge and skills, ensuring students are well-prepared for their next educational stages. The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, with a dedicated safeguarding team in place to address any concerns. Parents are encouraged to engage in their children's online safety and monitor their internet use.
The governing body includes a mix of governors, ensuring a diverse representation within the school's leadership. The Quest Academy also offers opportunities for prospective parents and students to learn more about the school through tours and informational videos. For further details, visit their website at http://thequestacademy.org.uk/.
The curriculum at The Quest Academy is designed to develop essential knowledge and skills, ensuring students are well-prepared for their next educational stages. The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, with a dedicated safeguarding team in place to address any concerns. Parents are encouraged to engage in their children's online safety and monitor their internet use.
The governing body includes a mix of governors, ensuring a diverse representation within the school's leadership. The Quest Academy also offers opportunities for prospective parents and students to learn more about the school through tours and informational videos. For further details, visit their website at http://thequestacademy.org.uk/.
Useful links
- Report Absence (sen)
- REPORT ABSENCE (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Quest6 Dress Code (download)
- Student Handbook (download)
- Quest6 Dress Code (download)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Coombe Wood School (60.7)
- Harris Academy Purley (58.3)
- Haling Manor High School (45.2)
- Selsdon High School (45.2)
- John Ruskin High School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Croydon
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE COLLEGIATE TRUST
- Capacity
- 1115
- Pupils
- 903
- Boys
- 474
- Girls
- 429
- FSM %
- 33.60
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 903 | 474 | 429 | 1115 | 33.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 979 | 495 | 484 | 1115 | 38.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 891 | 440 | 451 | 1115 | 39.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 891 | 440 | 451 | 1115 | 39.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 833 | 394 | 439 | 1115 | 36.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 825 | 397 | 428 | 1115 | 33.40 |
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