Cuddington Croft Primary School and Nursery
113%
Capacity
473
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Cuddington Croft Primary School and Nursery
Cuddington Croft Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sutton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 473 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cuddington Croft Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mike Skelton, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 427th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 33 in Sutton.
Cuddington Croft Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 180 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 91 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cuddington Croft Primary School and Nursery include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sutton, Cuddington Croft Primary School and Nursery is one of the options available in the South East 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 | West Drive, Sutton, Sutton, SM2 7NA |
| Headteacher | Mike Skelton |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 473 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.1% |
| School Capacity | 473 / 420 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
427th of 13,686
Nationally
49th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 33
In Sutton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
42%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
88%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
180
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
91 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West Drive, Sutton
Sutton, SM2 7NA
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