Aerodrome Primary Academy
URN: 139094 • Croydon CR0 4EJ
Overview
- Name
- Aerodrome Primary Academy
- URN
- 139094
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Zoe Foulsham (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02086884975
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Goodwin Road, Croydon CR0 4EJ
Summary
Aerodrome Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Croydon, with a current enrolment of 466 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. As an academy converter, it operates under the REAch2 Academy Trust, focusing on providing a stimulating and diverse educational experience. The school aims to foster high standards in learning, behaviour, and engagement, ensuring that all children are actively involved in their education.
The curriculum at Aerodrome is designed to be personalized, allowing students to explore their interests while adhering to the National Curriculum. The school promotes self-drive and encourages children to take an active role in their learning through its 'Contexts for Learning' approach. Additionally, the school offers a range of support services, including a dedicated Breakfast and After School Club, which provides wraparound care from 7:45 am to 6:30 pm.
Aerodrome Primary Academy is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming learning environment, both indoors and outdoors. The school prioritizes the development of each child's mental and physical well-being, fostering a community spirit where children can thrive and achieve their best.
The curriculum at Aerodrome is designed to be personalized, allowing students to explore their interests while adhering to the National Curriculum. The school promotes self-drive and encourages children to take an active role in their learning through its 'Contexts for Learning' approach. Additionally, the school offers a range of support services, including a dedicated Breakfast and After School Club, which provides wraparound care from 7:45 am to 6:30 pm.
Aerodrome Primary Academy is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming learning environment, both indoors and outdoors. The school prioritizes the development of each child's mental and physical well-being, fostering a community spirit where children can thrive and achieve their best.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- SEN (sen)
- Information and Events for Parents (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Uniform Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- West Thornton Primary Academy (75.7)
- St John's CofE Primary School (75.0)
- Park Hill Infant School (71.4)
- Park Hill Junior School (70.9)
- Fairchildes Primary School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Croydon
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 466
- Boys
- 239
- Girls
- 227
- FSM %
- 32.90
- Open date
- 2012-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-05-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 466 | 239 | 227 | 420 | 32.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 467 | 235 | 232 | 420 | 34.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 487 | 243 | 244 | 420 | 40.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 487 | 243 | 244 | 420 | 40.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 486 | 245 | 241 | 420 | 38.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 489 | 250 | 239 | 521 | 36.50 |
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