St Joseph's RC Infant School
73%
Capacity
153
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Joseph's RC Infant School
St Joseph's RC Infant School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 153 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's RC Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Danielle Ashley, it falls under Croydon local authority.
St Joseph's RC Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 38 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's RC Infant School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Film Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, St Joseph's RC Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Crown Dale, London, Croydon, SE19 3NX |
| Headteacher | Danielle Ashley |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 153 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.8% |
| School Capacity | 153 / 210 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crown Dale, London
Croydon, SE19 3NX
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