Whitehorse Manor Junior School
95%
Capacity
454
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Whitehorse Manor Junior School
Whitehorse Manor Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 454 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 480 places).
Ofsted has rated Whitehorse Manor Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nina-Natasha Achenbach, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10061st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 77 in Croydon.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitehorse Manor Junior School include Sensory Room, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Whitehorse Manor Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Whitehorse Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon, CR7 8SB |
| Headteacher | Nina-Natasha Achenbach |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.9% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 480 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10061st of 13,686
Nationally
1413th of 1,592
In London
63rd of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
53%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Whitehorse Road, Thornton Heath
Croydon, CR7 8SB
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