Aya College (Educational Provision)
URN: 148043 • London SE25 5PQ
Overview
- Name
- Aya College (Educational Provision)
- URN
- 148043
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 39.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Role Vacant (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02085445102
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Holly Lodge, London SE25 5PQ
Summary
      Aya College is an independent school located in Croydon, London, with a current capacity of 8 pupils. It is part of Sankofa Care, a family-run agency that provides a range of services, including residential care and fostering recruitment. The school is dedicated to offering quality education and training to children and young people in public care, particularly those with challenging behaviours and special educational needs.
The ethos of Aya College centres on maximising the potential of its students through a supportive and nurturing environment. The staff are committed to understanding each child's individual needs, as evidenced by their proactive approach to educational development and mental health support. Parents have expressed appreciation for the school's tailored strategies and the positive impact on their children's educational journeys.
In addition to academic support, Aya College is integrated within a broader community framework that includes fostering and residential services. This holistic approach aims to ensure that young people not only receive education but also have access to essential life skills and resources as they transition out of care.
      The ethos of Aya College centres on maximising the potential of its students through a supportive and nurturing environment. The staff are committed to understanding each child's individual needs, as evidenced by their proactive approach to educational development and mental health support. Parents have expressed appreciation for the school's tailored strategies and the positive impact on their children's educational journeys.
In addition to academic support, Aya College is integrated within a broader community framework that includes fostering and residential services. This holistic approach aims to ensure that young people not only receive education but also have access to essential life skills and resources as they transition out of care.
Useful links
- Latest News (other)
- Join The Team (other)
- Meet The Team (other)
- Our Services (other)
- Our Support To Children and Young People (other)
- Our Vision (other)
- The Tree Of Life Approach (other)
- About Holly Lodge (other)
- What Do We Stand For? (other)
- Who We Are? (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Croydon
- Age range
- 10 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 8
- Pupils
- 0
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2020-11-06
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 8 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 0.00 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 0.00 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 
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