South Norwood Primary
78%
Capacity
326
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About South Norwood Primary
South Norwood Primary is a state-funded co-educational primary school located in Croydon, London (SE25 5QP), welcoming pupils aged 4 to 11. The school has 326 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated South Norwood Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Looker, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10111th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 77 in Croydon.
South Norwood Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 167 applications for 58 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
South Norwood Primary parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (40 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 South Norwood Primary include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Book Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, South Norwood Primary 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 |
| Address | 34 Crowther Road, London, Croydon, SE25 5QP |
| Headteacher | James Looker |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 326 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.6% |
| School Capacity | 326 / 420 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10111th of 13,686
Nationally
1419th of 1,592
In London
64th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
40 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
167
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About South Norwood Primary
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Contact Information
34 Crowther Road, London
Croydon, SE25 5QP
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