The Crescent Primary School
65%
Capacity
389
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About The Crescent Primary School
The Crescent Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 389 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Crescent Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Verity Denman, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5849th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 77 in Croydon.
The Crescent Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 30 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
The Crescent Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (29 responses).
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 The Crescent Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country, Netball, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, The Crescent 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 | None |
| Address | The Crescent, Croydon, Croydon, CR0 2HN |
| Headteacher | Verity Denman |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 389 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.3% |
| School Capacity | 389 / 600 (65% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5849th of 13,686
Nationally
1021st of 1,592
In London
46th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
116
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Crescent Primary School
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Contact Information
The Crescent, Croydon
Croydon, CR0 2HN
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