Rockmount Primary School
90%
Capacity
449
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About Rockmount Primary School
Rockmount 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 well-filled (90% of 500 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Helen Carvall, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2215th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 77 in Croydon.
Rockmount Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 313 applications for 60 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 88 were first-preference applications.
Rockmount Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.8/5 from 9 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (248 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rockmount Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Gymnastics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Rockmount 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 | Chevening Road, London, Croydon, SE19 3ST |
| Headteacher | Helen Carvall |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 449 / 500 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2215th of 13,686
Nationally
488th of 1,592
In London
22nd of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
248 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
313
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
88 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rockmount Primary School
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Contact Information
Chevening Road, London
Croydon, SE19 3ST
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