St. Mary's Catholic Junior School

URN: 142226 • Croydon CR0 2EW

Overview

Name
St. Mary's Catholic Junior School
URN
142226
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew McDonald (since 2025)
Telephone
02086884893
Website
Visit
Address
Sydenham Road, Croydon CR0 2EW

Summary

St. Mary's Catholic Junior School, located in Croydon, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 231 pupils, against a capacity of 240. The school is part of the St Mary's Catholic Primary Schools Trust, which also includes an infant school, fostering a collaborative educational environment. The school's mission, "Aspire not to have more but to be more," reflects its commitment to developing a Christian community where children are encouraged to reach their full potential.

The ethos of St. Mary's is deeply rooted in Catholic values, promoting faith, compassion, and respect among students. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and challenging, aiming to instill a love of learning while nurturing individual talents and aspirations. The school prioritises the development of personal qualities such as independence, creativity, and confidence, ensuring that each child is valued as a unique member of the community.

St. Mary's actively involves parents in the educational journey, fostering a strong partnership between home and school. The school encourages students to engage with their faith and contribute positively to society, both locally and globally, creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
240
Pupils
231
Boys
102
Girls
129
FSM %
28.10
Open date
2015-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 231 102 129 240 28.10
2024-09-11 229 105 124 240 31.00
2023-09-11 231 119 112 240 24.70
2022-09-11 231 119 112 240 24.70
2021-09-11 226 127 99 240 23.00
2020-09-11 231 124 107 360 22.90

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