Ecclesbourne Primary School
105%
Capacity
443
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Ecclesbourne Primary School
Ecclesbourne Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 443 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ecclesbourne Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Waters, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3462nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 77 in Croydon.
Ecclesbourne Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 184 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ecclesbourne Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Ecclesbourne 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Attlee Close, Thornton Heath, Croydon, CR7 7FA |
| Headteacher | Jo Waters |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.3% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3462nd of 13,686
Nationally
698th of 1,592
In London
34th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
72%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
184
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Attlee Close, Thornton Heath
Croydon, CR7 7FA
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