Monks Orchard Primary School
URN: 146225 • Croydon CR0 7UF
Overview
- Name
- Monks Orchard Primary School
- URN
- 146225
- 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
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Debbie Shilling (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02086542570
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Glade, Croydon CR0 7UF
Summary
Monks Orchard Primary School, located in Croydon, is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender student body of 201 pupils, with a capacity for 670. The school is part of the Fairchildes Academy Community Trust and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Approximately 34.9% of the students are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the diverse community it serves.
The curriculum at Monks Orchard is designed to foster a love of learning and equip students with essential skills for their future. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, integrating academic achievement with personal development. Teachers work collaboratively to ensure that all pupils receive tailored support to meet their individual needs.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Monks Orchard's ethos, with various initiatives aimed at involving families and local residents in school activities. This approach not only enhances the educational experience but also strengthens the bonds within the community, making Monks Orchard a central hub for learning and growth. For more information, visit their website at www.monksorchard.co.uk.
The curriculum at Monks Orchard is designed to foster a love of learning and equip students with essential skills for their future. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, integrating academic achievement with personal development. Teachers work collaboratively to ensure that all pupils receive tailored support to meet their individual needs.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Monks Orchard's ethos, with various initiatives aimed at involving families and local residents in school activities. This approach not only enhances the educational experience but also strengthens the bonds within the community, making Monks Orchard a central hub for learning and growth. For more information, visit their website at www.monksorchard.co.uk.
Useful links
- @malorieblackman (other)
- @MonksOrchard (other)
- https://t.co/2lvi2Y8XVX (other)
- https://t.co/I8osrxS4GQ (other)
- https://t.co/R0ppkrImFL (other)
- https://t.co/RQdZDYZ8eS (other)
- https://t.co/SEuVDCzcyL (other)
- Facebook (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
- FAIRCHILDES ACADEMY COMMUNITY TRUST
- Capacity
- 670
- Pupils
- 201
- Boys
- 111
- Girls
- 90
- FSM %
- 34.90
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 201 | 111 | 90 | 670 | 34.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 195 | 103 | 92 | 670 | 29.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 248 | 109 | 139 | 670 | 37.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 248 | 109 | 139 | 670 | 37.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 292 | 129 | 163 | 670 | 34.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 355 | 159 | 196 | 670 | 31.20 |
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