Addington Valley Academy

URN: 147874 • Croydon CR0 9AZ

Overview

Name
Addington Valley Academy
URN
147874
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Reilly (since 2025)
Telephone
02045112949
Website
Visit
Address
Fieldway, Croydon CR0 9AZ

Summary

Addington Valley Academy is a co-educational special school located in Croydon, catering to children and young people aged 2-19 with autism and social communication needs. The school currently accommodates 132 pupils, with a capacity of 150, and offers a supportive environment tailored to the unique requirements of its students.

The academy focuses on delivering a curriculum that promotes both academic and personal development, ensuring that each child can thrive in a nurturing setting. The school has recently been awarded the Wellbeing Award for Schools, highlighting its commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students.

With a significant percentage of pupils (53.30%) eligible for free school meals, Addington Valley Academy is dedicated to serving its community and addressing the diverse needs of its families. The school aims to create a strong partnership with parents and caregivers, fostering collaboration to enhance the educational experience and overall wellbeing of its students. For more information, visit their website at www.addingtonvalley.org.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
150
Pupils
132
Boys
104
Girls
28
FSM %
53.30
Open date
2020-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 132 104 28 150 53.30
2024-09-11 133 103 30 150 43.70
2023-09-11 76 62 14 150 47.40
2022-09-11 76 62 14 150 47.40
2021-09-11 21 17 4 150 52.40
2020-09-11 150

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