Elmwood Infant School
92%
Capacity
380
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Elmwood Infant School
Elmwood Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 380 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 412 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Elmwood Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Esther Payne, it falls under Croydon local authority.
Elmwood Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 260 applications for 91 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
Elmwood Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Elmwood Infant School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Rounders, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Elmwood 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lodge Road, Croydon, Croydon, CR0 2PL |
| Headteacher | Esther Payne |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 380 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.5% |
| School Capacity | 380 / 412 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
12 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed91
260
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
83 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lodge Road, Croydon
Croydon, CR0 2PL
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