Purley Oaks Primary School
Bynes Road, South Croydon, CR2 0PROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Purley Oaks Primary School is a primary school in Croydon for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 153 schools in Croydon. It ranks 59th of 77 primary schools in Croydon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 18 September 2019, report published 10 October 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 25 February 2025
Pupils flourish in this welcoming and supportive school. They are rightly proud of its inclusive ethos. Pupils and staff consistently promote the school's values of aspiration and collaboration. The school is ambitious for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school develops pupils' knowledge and confidence through a broad and ambitious curriculum. Expectations are high, and pupils are prepared well for the next stage of their education. Most pupils achieve well in their learning. This is reflected in published outcomes in national tests. Pupils behave exceptionally well in lessons and around the school. They are motivated to learn and show respect and kindness towards adults and each other. Pupils say that bullying is rare and that if it occurs, it is dealt with swiftly. They feel safe and know to talk to a responsible adult if they have any concerns. The school takes great care to develop pupils' resilience and character. Pupils take on many leadership responsibilities. For example, they can choose to be on the student council or part of the eco team. Every pupil in Year 6 is a student ambassador. Pupils appreciate the wide range of clubs they can choose to attend, such as football and choir.
What the school should improve
- On occasion, the delivery of the curriculum does not enable pupils to deepen their learning and understanding. This means that some pupils are not able to remember and connect important knowledge and skills. As a result, some pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, are not achieving as well as they could. The school should ensure that staff develop high levels of expertise in curriculum delivery and implement the ambitious curriculum consistently and effectively.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
73 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
642 pupils on roll, with places for 660
Schools near Purley Oaks Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Primary Academy Haling Park | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 79% met the expected standard |
| St Peter's Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 77% met the expected standard |
| Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Cumnor House School | 0.6 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Elmhurst School Ltd | 0.7 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Richard Griffin
- Phone
- 02086884268
- Address
- Bynes Road, South Croydon, CR2 0PR
- Local authority
- Croydon
- URN
- 101733
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.