Chaffinch Brook School
URN: 148768 • Croydon CR0 6NA
Overview
- Name
- Chaffinch Brook School
- URN
- 148768
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE BECKMEAD TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 42.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Abbie Vernum (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02083254612
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 32 Morland Road, Croydon CR0 6NA
Summary
Chaffinch Brook School, located in Croydon, is an academy special converter that caters to children with Autism. With a current enrolment of 93 pupils, the school aims to provide a nurturing environment where each child is respected and encouraged to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. The school’s ethos emphasizes the importance of committed and knowledgeable practices in supporting children with special educational needs.
The curriculum at Chaffinch Brook is designed to promote a holistic development approach, ensuring that children not only achieve academically but also develop essential life skills. The school fosters a lifelong love of learning, preparing students to contribute positively to society and navigate a rapidly changing world.
Collaboration with parents and the wider community is a key aspect of Chaffinch Brook's philosophy. The school values strong partnerships with families, recognizing their vital role in enriching the educational experience. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, whether through discussions about their child's progress or by participating in school activities.
The curriculum at Chaffinch Brook is designed to promote a holistic development approach, ensuring that children not only achieve academically but also develop essential life skills. The school fosters a lifelong love of learning, preparing students to contribute positively to society and navigate a rapidly changing world.
Collaboration with parents and the wider community is a key aspect of Chaffinch Brook's philosophy. The school values strong partnerships with families, recognizing their vital role in enriching the educational experience. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, whether through discussions about their child's progress or by participating in school activities.
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Nearby alternatives
- BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology (68.9)
- Link Primary School (66.4)
- The Link School (66.2)
- Link Secondary School (53.3)
- Addington Valley Academy (53.1)
Key details
- LA
- Croydon
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BECKMEAD TRUST
- Capacity
- 90
- Pupils
- 93
- Boys
- 83
- Girls
- 10
- FSM %
- 76.30
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 93 | 83 | 10 | 90 | 76.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 95 | 86 | 9 | 90 | 76.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 92 | 90 | 2 | 90 | 70.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 92 | 90 | 2 | 90 | 70.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 90 |
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