Saffron Valley Collegiate
URN: 149606 • Croydon CR0 1QH
Overview
- Name
- Saffron Valley Collegiate
- URN
- 149606
- Type
- Academy alternative provision converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ALTERNATIVE LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gillian LaRocque (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02086800949
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 279 High Street, Croydon CR0 1QH
Summary
Saffron Valley Collegiate is an academy alternative provision located in Croydon, catering to a diverse group of 79 mixed-gender pupils, with 43% eligible for free school meals. The school focuses on providing a personalised educational experience for students who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion, as well as those facing emotional and medical challenges. The ethos of the school is built around the core values of being ready, respectful, and safe, which guide both academic and social interactions.
The curriculum at Saffron Valley Collegiate includes GCSE and Functional Skills courses, delivered in small class sizes to ensure tailored support. The school operates four provisions, including SVC East, which specifically addresses the needs of students unable to access mainstream education due to medical or anxiety-related issues. This provision offers full-time education with intervention support designed to facilitate a return to regular schooling.
Saffron Valley Collegiate is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, working closely with students and their families to reengage them with education. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to reach out for visits or inquiries.
The curriculum at Saffron Valley Collegiate includes GCSE and Functional Skills courses, delivered in small class sizes to ensure tailored support. The school operates four provisions, including SVC East, which specifically addresses the needs of students unable to access mainstream education due to medical or anxiety-related issues. This provision offers full-time education with intervention support designed to facilitate a return to regular schooling.
Saffron Valley Collegiate is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, working closely with students and their families to reengage them with education. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to reach out for visits or inquiries.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- (download)
- Click here to view the new SVC Leadership Structure (download)
- The SHARP System promotes inclusion, safeguarding, e-safety and provides additional opportunities for students to report their concerns. Report your concerns here: http://svc.thesharpsystem.com/ (other)
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- Skip to content ↓ (other)
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- Term Dates (other)
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
- 4 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ALTERNATIVE LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 79
- Boys
- 45
- Girls
- 34
- FSM %
- 43.00
- Open date
- 2024-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 79 | 45 | 34 | 43.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 |
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