Desmond Anderson Primary Academy
99%
Capacity
434
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Desmond Anderson Primary Academy
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Crawley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 434 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 440 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Desmond Anderson Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Managey Powys, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11476th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 21 in Crawley.
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 40 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (85 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Desmond Anderson Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Crawley, Desmond Anderson Primary Academy 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Anderson Road, Crawley, Crawley, RH10 5EA |
| Headteacher | Managey Powys |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.1% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 440 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11476th of 13,686
Nationally
1730th of 2,034
In South East
14th of 21
In Crawley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
85 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 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
Anderson Road, Crawley
Crawley, RH10 5EA
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