Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery
109%
Capacity
457
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery
Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tandridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 457 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Paul Jensen, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3782nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 17 in Tandridge.
Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 212 applications for 59 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 85 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tandridge, Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery 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 | Chaldon Road, Caterham, Tandridge, CR3 5PG |
| Headteacher | Paul Jensen |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 457 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.3% |
| School Capacity | 457 / 420 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3782nd of 13,686
Nationally
516th of 2,034
In South East
5th of 17
In Tandridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
71%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
212
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
85 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 Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery
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Contact Information
Chaldon Road, Caterham
Tandridge, CR3 5PG
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