Heavers Farm Primary School
34%
Capacity
291
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Heavers Farm Primary School
Heavers Farm 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 291 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (34% of 862 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Heavers Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Askey, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9455th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 77 in Croydon.
Heavers Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 26 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Heavers Farm Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 16 parents).
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 Heavers Farm Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Heavers Farm 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 | 58 Dinsdale Gardens, London, Croydon, SE25 6LT |
| Headteacher | Robert Askey |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 291 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.3% |
| School Capacity | 291 / 862 (34% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9455th of 13,686
Nationally
1372nd of 1,592
In London
61st of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
55%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
93
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
58 Dinsdale Gardens, London
Croydon, SE25 6LT
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