Forest Academy
29%
Capacity
190
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Forest Academy
Forest Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (29% of 656 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Forest Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Swabra Lloyd, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 913th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 77 in Croydon.
Forest Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 28 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 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, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Forest Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Forest Academy 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 | Bridle Road, Croydon, Croydon, CR0 8HQ |
| Headteacher | Swabra Lloyd |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.8% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 656 (29% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
913th of 13,686
Nationally
235th of 1,592
In London
6th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
83%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Bridle Road, Croydon
Croydon, CR0 8HQ
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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