Crofton Infant School
URN: 138611 • Orpington BR5 1EL
Overview
- Name
- Crofton Infant School
- URN
- 138611
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MOSAIC SCHOOLS LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 79.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Susie Sargent (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01689826320
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Towncourt Lane, Orpington BR5 1EL
Summary
Crofton Infant School, located in Orpington, is a mixed primary academy with a capacity of 560 pupils, currently accommodating 590 students. The school is part of the Connect School Academy Trust and features six form entries, alongside a specialist provision for 18 children with severe and complex needs. The ethos of the school emphasizes creativity, resilience, and inclusivity, fostering an environment where children are encouraged to be open-minded, friendly, and optimistic.
The curriculum at Crofton Infant School is designed to support the diverse needs of its students, promoting a holistic approach to education. In addition to mainstream classes, the school offers a private nursery, Crofton Cubs, which provides early years education. Parents can also access various resources, including parenting courses and holiday clubs, aimed at supporting family engagement and child development.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Crofton Infant School's mission. The school regularly hosts events and activities that encourage collaboration between students, families, and local residents, fostering a sense of belonging and neighbourliness. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Crofton Infant School is designed to support the diverse needs of its students, promoting a holistic approach to education. In addition to mainstream classes, the school offers a private nursery, Crofton Cubs, which provides early years education. Parents can also access various resources, including parenting courses and holiday clubs, aimed at supporting family engagement and child development.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Crofton Infant School's mission. The school regularly hosts events and activities that encourage collaboration between students, families, and local residents, fostering a sense of belonging and neighbourliness. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- Staff & Governors List (governance)
- SEND Hub (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Half term 8:30am - 3:10pm (calendar)
- Flu Vaccinations 9:00am - 3:00pm (calendar)
- National Portrait Gallery 2O and 2F 8:30am - 3:10pm (calendar)
- Parent consultation - TEAMS 4:00pm - 7:00pm (calendar)
- Parent consultation - TEAMS 4:00pm - 6:00pm (calendar)
- Class assembly 1N 2:30pm - 3:00pm (calendar)
- News Article - 11.05.2023 News and events from Bromley Y Read More (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Warren Road Primary School (80.9)
- Crofton Junior School (79.0)
- Perry Hall Primary School (75.5)
- St James' Roman Catholic Primary School (74.3)
- Darrick Wood Infant School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bromley
- Age range
- 2 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MOSAIC SCHOOLS LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 560
- Pupils
- 590
- Boys
- 305
- Girls
- 285
- FSM %
- 2.50
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 590 | 305 | 285 | 560 | 2.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 588 | 307 | 281 | 560 | 2.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 596 | 301 | 295 | 560 | 4.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 596 | 301 | 295 | 560 | 4.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 556 | 285 | 271 | 560 | 6.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 558 | 298 | 260 | 558 | 3.90 |
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