The Minster Nursery and Infants Church of England Academy
URN: 149114 • Croydon CR0 4BH
Overview
- Name
- The Minster Nursery and Infants Church of England Academy
- URN
- 149114
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SDBE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Silke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02086885844
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Warrington Road, Croydon CR0 4BH
Summary
The Minster Nursery and Infants Church of England Academy, located in Croydon, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 221 pupils, against a capacity of 360. The school operates under the Southwark Diocesan Board of Education Multi-Academy Trust and prides itself on its inclusive ethos, ensuring that every child is valued regardless of their background. The school community is characterized by high expectations for behaviour and a strong commitment to nurturing each pupil's development.
The curriculum at The Minster focuses on providing a supportive learning environment, where dedicated staff foster a sense of belonging and care among students. Open Mornings are held regularly to help prospective parents and children explore the school and its offerings. Additionally, the school provides wraparound care from 7:30 am and has nursery provisions for 2-3 year-olds, catering to the needs of families in the community.
Parents have expressed satisfaction with the school's communication and support, highlighting the strong communal spirit and the individual attention given to each child. The Minster aims to create an extended family atmosphere, where children are excited to learn and thrive.
The curriculum at The Minster focuses on providing a supportive learning environment, where dedicated staff foster a sense of belonging and care among students. Open Mornings are held regularly to help prospective parents and children explore the school and its offerings. Additionally, the school provides wraparound care from 7:30 am and has nursery provisions for 2-3 year-olds, catering to the needs of families in the community.
Parents have expressed satisfaction with the school's communication and support, highlighting the strong communal spirit and the individual attention given to each child. The Minster aims to create an extended family atmosphere, where children are excited to learn and thrive.
Useful links
- Trust Governance (governance)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- Medication Administration Consent Form (sen)
- Arranged Absence Request Form (sen)
- Events Diary (calendar)
- Change of details form (download)
- DOWNLOAD OUR PROSPECTUS (download)
- SIAMs Inspection Report (download)
- OFSTED Inspection Report – April 2025 (download)
- start reception in September in 2026 (download)
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
- 2 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SDBE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 221
- Boys
- 115
- Girls
- 106
- FSM %
- 33.70
- Open date
- 2022-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 221 | 115 | 106 | 360 | 33.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 253 | 125 | 128 | 360 | 28.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 360 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 360 |
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