Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School
95%
Capacity
214
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School
Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 226 places).
Ofsted has rated Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dermot Mooney, 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 1008th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 77 in Croydon.
Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 30 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Margaret Roper Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Russell Hill Road, Purley, Croydon, CR8 2XP |
| Headteacher | Dermot Mooney |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.5% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 226 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1008th of 13,686
Nationally
256th of 1,592
In London
8th 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
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
105
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Russell Hill Road, Purley
Croydon, CR8 2XP
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