Crofton Infant School
105%
Capacity
590
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Crofton Infant School
Crofton Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 590 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 560 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Susie Sargent, it falls under Bromley local authority.
Crofton Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 560 applications for 178 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 201 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crofton Infant School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Eco Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, Crofton Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Towncourt Lane, Orpington, Bromley, BR5 1EL |
| Headteacher | Susie Sargent |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 590 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.5% |
| School Capacity | 590 / 560 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (25 Nov 2021): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed178
560
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
201 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Towncourt Lane, Orpington
Bromley, BR5 1EL
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