Castle Hill Academy
65%
Capacity
275
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Castle Hill Academy
Castle Hill Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 275 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Castle Hill Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chun Lok, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2094th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 77 in Croydon.
Castle Hill Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 20 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Castle Hill Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (94 responses).
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 Castle Hill Academy include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Football, Athletics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 63.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Castle Hill 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 | None |
| Address | Dunley Drive, Croydon, Croydon, CR0 0RJ |
| Headteacher | Chun Lok |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 275 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.6% |
| School Capacity | 275 / 420 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Jul 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2094th of 13,686
Nationally
461st of 1,592
In London
19th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
94 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castle Hill Academy
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Contact Information
Dunley Drive, Croydon
Croydon, CR0 0RJ
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