John Wood School & Nursery
67%
Capacity
325
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About John Wood School & Nursery
John Wood School & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 325 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.
Ofsted has rated John Wood School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Davis, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11798th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 73rd out of 77 in Croydon.
John Wood School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Wood School & Nursery include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Netball, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, John Wood School & Nursery 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dartnell Road, Croydon, Croydon, CR0 6JA |
| Headteacher | Julie Davis |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 325 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.8% |
| School Capacity | 325 / 484 (67% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11798th of 13,686
Nationally
1526th of 1,592
In London
73rd of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
45%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
108
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About John Wood School & Nursery
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Contact Information
Dartnell Road, Croydon
Croydon, CR0 6JA
Journey to School
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