The Link School
URN: 144851 • Croydon CR0 4PG
Overview
- Name
- The Link School
- URN
- 144851
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 66.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sandy Turner (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02086885239
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 138 Croydon Road, Croydon CR0 4PG
Summary
The Link School, located in Croydon, Sutton, is an academy special converter dedicated to providing quality education for children and young people. With a current enrolment of 157 pupils, the school operates above its capacity of 148, reflecting its commitment to supporting a diverse student body. The school caters to mixed-gender students and has a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals, standing at 41.40%.
The Link School focuses on delivering a tailored curriculum designed to meet the individual needs of its students. Emphasising a supportive learning environment, the school aims to foster personal growth and academic achievement. Regular communication, such as newsletters, keeps parents informed about school activities and developments, reinforcing the school’s commitment to community engagement.
The ethos of The Link School centres on inclusivity and quality education, striving to empower each student to reach their full potential. By nurturing a strong sense of community, the school plays an essential role in the lives of its students and their families. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://www.thelinkschool.co.uk/.
The Link School focuses on delivering a tailored curriculum designed to meet the individual needs of its students. Emphasising a supportive learning environment, the school aims to foster personal growth and academic achievement. Regular communication, such as newsletters, keeps parents informed about school activities and developments, reinforcing the school’s commitment to community engagement.
The ethos of The Link School centres on inclusivity and quality education, striving to empower each student to reach their full potential. By nurturing a strong sense of community, the school plays an essential role in the lives of its students and their families. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://www.thelinkschool.co.uk/.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- SEND and Local Offer (sen)
- OPEN MORNING - SECONDARY (calendar)
- Privacy Statement (other)
- Website Accessibility Statement (other)
- Admissions (other)
- OPEN MORNINGS - SATELLITE (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology (68.9)
- Link Primary School (66.4)
- Link Secondary School (53.3)
- Addington Valley Academy (53.1)
- Al-Khair School (51.3)
Key details
- LA
- Sutton
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 148
- Pupils
- 157
- Boys
- 107
- Girls
- 50
- FSM %
- 41.40
- Open date
- 2017-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 157 | 107 | 50 | 148 | 41.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 152 | 104 | 48 | 148 | 41.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 60 | 42 | 18 | 148 | 30.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 60 | 42 | 18 | 56 | 30.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 59 | 42 | 17 | 56 | 23.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 56 | 42 | 14 | 50 | 26.80 |
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