Downsview Primary and Nursery School
Biggin Way, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 3XEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Downsview Primary and Nursery School is a primary school in Croydon for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 153 schools in Croydon. It ranks 36th of 77 primary schools in Croydon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 19 March 2015, report published 20 April 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 June 2024
Pupils are proud to be part of this welcoming and inclusive school. Pupils are happy and kind to one another. The school's one golden rule of 'respect' is lived by adults and pupils. This is seen in the warm and caring relationships between them. Pupils know that there are adults they can talk to if they have any worries. They are safe and are taught how to keep themselves safe, including online. The school has high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils achieve well across the curriculum. There are clear expectations for pupils' behaviour. In lessons, pupils are focused on their learning. At breaktimes, they enjoy the activities available to them and play happily. The provision for pupils' personal development is a real strength. The school's motto of 'live it to learn it' is evident through the deep consideration that has gone into planning and organising a wide range of trips, experiences and opportunities for pupils that enrich their learning. For example, pupils visit art galleries and places of worship. Pupils have lots of opportunities to take part in sporting competitions and events. Local community events include visiting the local care home and being part of a music video for a local music artist.
What the school should improve
- Sometimes, leaders' clear vision and intent is not fully realised through the delivery of the curriculum. This means that there is variability in the implementation of some aspects. Sometimes, pupils with SEND do not have effective adaptations made to help them with their learning; teaching strategies sometimes do not support pupils to learn new concepts and the weakest readers are not supported sharply enough on developing their fluency. The school needs to continue to embed training to address these aspects and provide further training for staff where needed.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
80 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
620 pupils on roll, with places for 630
Schools near Downsview Primary and Nursery School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Cyprian's Greek Orthodox Primary Academy | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 51% met the expected standard |
| St Joseph's RC Junior School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 67% met the expected standard |
| David Livingstone Academy | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 88% met the expected standard |
| St Joseph's RC Infant School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Kensington Avenue Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 64% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Ms Meghan Pugh
- Phone
- 02087644611
- Address
- Biggin Way, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 3XE
- Local authority
- Croydon
- URN
- 101778
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.