Kenley Primary School
78%
Capacity
164
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Kenley Primary School
Kenley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 164 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Kenley Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Maxine Smy, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12298th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 74th out of 77 in Croydon.
Kenley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 24 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kenley Primary School include Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Athletics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Book Club, Gardening.
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, Kenley 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | New Barn Lane, Whyteleafe, Croydon, CR3 0EX |
| Headteacher | Maxine Smy |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 164 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.8% |
| School Capacity | 164 / 210 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12298th of 13,686
Nationally
1551st of 1,592
In London
74th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
41%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kenley Primary School
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Contact Information
New Barn Lane, Whyteleafe
Croydon, CR3 0EX
Journey to School
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