Castle Hill Academy

URN: 145131 • Croydon CR0 0RJ

Overview

Name
Castle Hill Academy
URN
145131
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
THE PLATANOS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
46.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chun Lok (since 2025)
Telephone
01689843148
Website
Visit
Address
Dunley Drive, Croydon CR0 0RJ

Summary

Castle Hill Academy is a mixed primary school located in Croydon, serving 275 pupils with a capacity of 420. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is part of the Platanos Trust and is committed to high standards and expectations for all students. The school aims to create a safe and inspiring learning environment where pupils can achieve their maximum potential, regardless of their starting point.

The curriculum at Castle Hill Academy is skills-based, incorporating regular assessments to track progress and ensure that every child is supported in their learning journey. The school emphasizes the importance of a positive attitude, encapsulated in the motto "Attitude Determines Altitude," which reflects its belief in the potential of every learner to succeed.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with a strong emphasis on partnership with parents and carers to foster academic and personal growth. Castle Hill Academy strives to develop confident, responsible individuals who contribute positively to society, preparing them for future challenges.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE PLATANOS TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
275
Boys
165
Girls
110
FSM %
63.60
Open date
2017-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-11-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 275 165 110 420 63.60
2024-09-11 282 177 105 420 54.30
2023-09-11 316 190 126 420 58.70
2022-09-11 316 190 126 420 58.70
2021-09-11 307 187 120 420 45.40
2020-09-11 317 178 139 420 39.30

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