Keston Primary School
107%
Capacity
449
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Keston Primary School
Keston 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 449 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Keston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tara Eason, 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 984th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 77 in Croydon.
Keston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 200 applications for 59 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Keston Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Keston 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 | Keston Primary School, Keston Avenue, Coulsdon, Croydon, CR5 1HP |
| Headteacher | Tara Eason |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 449 / 420 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
984th of 13,686
Nationally
250th of 1,592
In London
7th 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
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
200
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Keston Primary School, Keston Avenue, Coulsdon
Croydon, CR5 1HP
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