Fairchildes Primary School

URN: 140717 • Croydon CR0 0AH

Overview

Name
Fairchildes Primary School
URN
140717
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
FAIRCHILDES ACADEMY COMMUNITY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
62.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Co-Heads of School Jane Byers & Mark Gyford (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01689842268
Website
Visit
Address
Fairchildes Avenue, Croydon CR0 0AH

Summary

Fairchildes Primary School, located in Croydon, is an academy converter and part of the Fairchildes Academy Community Trust (FACT), which was established in 2014. The school serves a mixed-gender population of 486 pupils, with a capacity of 492, and approximately 42.6% of students are eligible for free school meals. The Trust is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment, prioritising the needs of learners and their families.

The curriculum at Fairchildes Primary School is designed to be diverse and engaging, aiming to equip students with essential skills and knowledge for their future. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities to enhance the educational experience, promoting both academic and personal development. The leadership team, including the CEO and Heads of School, work collaboratively to ensure high educational standards and a consistent approach across the Trust.

Fairchildes Primary School is committed to celebrating diversity and empowering every child to reach their full potential. The school fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and support to create a nurturing atmosphere for all students.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
FAIRCHILDES ACADEMY COMMUNITY TRUST
Capacity
492
Pupils
486
Boys
249
Girls
237
FSM %
42.60
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 486 249 237 492 42.60
2024-09-11 470 257 213 492 44.30
2023-09-11 469 250 219 492 45.10
2022-09-11 469 250 219 492 45.10
2021-09-11 481 261 220 492 40.30
2020-09-11 480 252 228 492 35.10

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