Robert Fitzroy Academy
URN: 138502 • Croydon CR0 6JN
Overview
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Hayley French (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02086629700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 80 Brampton Road, Croydon CR0 6JN
Summary
Robert Fitzroy Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Croydon, serving 599 pupils aged 4 to 11. Established in 2012, the school has consistently received a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to providing a supportive and enriching educational environment. The academy is part of the REACH2 Academy Trust and aims to nurture learners who are resilient, focused, and aspirational.
The school’s curriculum is designed to foster a holistic development approach, focusing on academic, physical, spiritual, moral, social, and cultural growth. Emphasising values such as enquiry, resilience, and cooperation, Robert Fitzroy Academy encourages pupils to explore their interests and develop strong learning habits. The ethos is inspired by the life of Robert Fitzroy, promoting a sense of adventure and a thirst for knowledge.
Community involvement and support are integral to the academy's mission. The leadership team, headed by Hayley French, is dedicated to ensuring that every child thrives and is well-prepared for future challenges. With a capacity of 750, the school actively engages with families to create a collaborative and inclusive environment.
The school’s curriculum is designed to foster a holistic development approach, focusing on academic, physical, spiritual, moral, social, and cultural growth. Emphasising values such as enquiry, resilience, and cooperation, Robert Fitzroy Academy encourages pupils to explore their interests and develop strong learning habits. The ethos is inspired by the life of Robert Fitzroy, promoting a sense of adventure and a thirst for knowledge.
Community involvement and support are integral to the academy's mission. The leadership team, headed by Hayley French, is dedicated to ensuring that every child thrives and is well-prepared for future challenges. With a capacity of 750, the school actively engages with families to create a collaborative and inclusive environment.
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Key details
- LA
- Croydon
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 750
- Pupils
- 599
- Boys
- 311
- Girls
- 288
- FSM %
- 25.50
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 599 | 311 | 288 | 750 | 25.50 |
2024-09-11 | 587 | 319 | 268 | 750 | 26.70 |
2023-09-11 | 588 | 298 | 290 | 750 | 26.20 |
2022-09-11 | 588 | 298 | 290 | 750 | 26.20 |
2021-09-11 | 592 | 302 | 290 | 630 | 27.50 |
2020-09-11 | 613 | 305 | 308 | 750 | 24.10 |
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