Applegarth Academy
URN: 139393 • Croydon CR0 9DL
Overview
- Name
- Applegarth Academy
- URN
- 139393
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- STEP ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cherene Joseph (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01689841528
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bygrove Fieldway, Croydon CR0 9DL
Summary
Applegarth Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Croydon, with a current enrolment of 422 pupils and a capacity for 481. The school is part of the STEP Community, which emphasizes a commitment to anti-racism, diversity, and inclusivity. Applegarth Academy aims to place children at the heart of its educational approach, ensuring that all decisions positively impact their lives and learning experiences.
The curriculum at Applegarth Academy is designed to foster a passion for learning, encouraging students to aspire to greatness while recognizing the importance of each moment in their educational journey. The school actively promotes outdoor learning and experiential activities, enhancing students' understanding of their environment and community.
In addition to academic support, Applegarth Academy prioritizes the well-being and development of all students. The school has been recognized for its efforts in improving race equality and fostering an inclusive culture, having been awarded the silver level RACE Chartermark. This commitment reflects the school’s dedication to creating a supportive and enriching environment for every child.
The curriculum at Applegarth Academy is designed to foster a passion for learning, encouraging students to aspire to greatness while recognizing the importance of each moment in their educational journey. The school actively promotes outdoor learning and experiential activities, enhancing students' understanding of their environment and community.
In addition to academic support, Applegarth Academy prioritizes the well-being and development of all students. The school has been recognized for its efforts in improving race equality and fostering an inclusive culture, having been awarded the silver level RACE Chartermark. This commitment reflects the school’s dedication to creating a supportive and enriching environment for every child.
Useful links
- Governor Information (governance)
- Absence Reporting (sen)
- Open Events School News / 1 Sep Register your interest in attending one of our Open Events by emailing our office team office@applegarthacademy (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- 20 Oct Half Term Break (calendar)
- Nursery Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- ELP Admissions (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (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
- STEP ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 481
- Pupils
- 422
- Boys
- 204
- Girls
- 218
- FSM %
- 47.90
- Open date
- 2013-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 422 | 204 | 218 | 481 | 47.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 451 | 216 | 235 | 481 | 49.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 453 | 222 | 231 | 481 | 49.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 453 | 222 | 231 | 481 | 49.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 459 | 227 | 232 | 481 | 50.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 460 | 219 | 241 | 481 | 42.70 |
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