Robert Fitzroy Academy
80%
Capacity
599
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Robert Fitzroy Academy
Robert Fitzroy Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 599 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 750 places).
Ofsted has rated Robert Fitzroy Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley French, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9735th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 77 in Croydon.
Robert Fitzroy Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 198 applications for 76 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
Robert Fitzroy Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 6 parents).
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 Robert Fitzroy Academy include Forest School, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Robert Fitzroy Academy 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 | None |
| Address | 80 Brampton Road, Croydon, Croydon, CR0 6JN |
| Headteacher | Hayley French |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 599 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 599 / 750 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 2 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9735th of 13,686
Nationally
1388th of 1,592
In London
62nd of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
54%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed76
198
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Robert Fitzroy Academy
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Contact Information
80 Brampton Road, Croydon
Croydon, CR0 6JN
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