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The Quest Academy

Croydon, CR2 8HDSecondaryAges 11–18MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Feb 2022
Progress 8
-1.55
Well below average
−20+2
Competition
N/A
No data
Ranking
#3,103
of 3,141 nationally

About The Quest Academy

Just over half of parents responding to the most recent Ofsted survey said they would recommend The Quest Academy to another parent, a figure that sits alongside a school that is heavily oversubscribed. The school in Croydon operates at 903 pupils against a stated capacity of 100, which suggests demand significantly outstrips supply. In its most recent graded inspection in 2022, Ofsted rated the school Good overall, with a standout Outstanding grade for personal development. Behaviour and attitudes, leadership and management, and the quality of education were all judged Good. The school serves a community with high levels of disadvantage — 45 per cent of pupils are eligible for free school meals — and it has a dedicated SEND provision focused on social, emotional and mental health needs.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 18 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressFarnborough Avenue, South Croydon, Croydon, CR2 8HD
HeadteacherAndy Crofts
Local AuthorityCroydon
Number of Pupils903
Free School Meals (FSM)45.0%
School Capacity903 / 100 (903% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

16 Feb 2022
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

SEND Support

Mental Health

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Quest Academy

The Quest Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.