St Aidan's Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
216
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St Aidan's Catholic Primary School
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Catholic primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated St Aidan's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caterina Hughes, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% 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 855th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 77 in Croydon.
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Aidan's Catholic Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, St Aidan's 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 | Catholic |
| Address | Portnalls Road, St Aidans Catholic Primary School, Coulsdon, Croydon, CR5 3DE |
| Headteacher | Caterina Hughes |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.9% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 218 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
855th of 13,686
Nationally
219th of 1,592
In London
4th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
84%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
98
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Aidan's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Portnalls Road, St Aidans Catholic Primary School, Coulsdon
Croydon, CR5 3DE
Portnalls Road, St Aidans Catholic Primary School, Coulsdon
Croydon, CR5 3DE
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