Chipstead Valley Primary School
107%
Capacity
674
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Chipstead Valley Primary School
Chipstead Valley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 674 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Kate Duncan, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% 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 1284th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 77 in Croydon.
Chipstead Valley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 309 applications for 90 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 97 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chipstead Valley Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Chipstead Valley Primary School 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon, Croydon, CR5 3BW |
| Headteacher | Kate Duncan |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 674 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 674 / 630 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1284th of 13,686
Nationally
319th of 1,592
In London
9th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed90
309
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
97 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon
Croydon, CR5 3BW
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