Applegarth Academy
88%
Capacity
422
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Applegarth Academy
Applegarth Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 422 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 481 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Applegarth Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cherene Joseph, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 766th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 77 in Croydon.
Applegarth Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 40 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Applegarth Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Applegarth Academy include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Swimming, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Applegarth Academy is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bygrove Fieldway, Croydon, Croydon, CR0 9DL |
| Headteacher | Cherene Joseph |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 422 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.9% |
| School Capacity | 422 / 481 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
766th of 13,686
Nationally
189th of 1,592
In London
3rd of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
85%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Applegarth Academy
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Contact Information
Bygrove Fieldway, Croydon
Croydon, CR0 9DL
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