The Write Time
Warrington Road, Opposite Ludford Close, Croydon, London, CR0 4BHOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The Write Time is a special school in Croydon for ages 11 to 18. It is one of the 153 schools in Croydon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 12 September 2023, report published 19 October 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 September 2023
The school promotes high expectations for all and support for one another in a safe environment. Pupils feel valued and accepted. Staff encourage pupils to determine long- and short-term goals that help to shape their future. They empower pupils to take on new challenges. Pupils appreciate the regular mentoring they receive to help them to achieve their aspirations. Pupils work hard towards achieving a range of qualifications, including GCSEs, functional skills, vocational awards and certificates, including the Prince's Trust Awards. They are well-prepared for the next stages of education, employment and training. The majority of pupils go on to take up courses at colleges and apprenticeships. Behaviour is good because pupils are taught to distinguish between right and wrong. They make positive choices about behaviour and learning. Pupils develop personal and social skills that relate closely to their individual education, health and care plan targets. This includes effective communication, critical thinking, and teamwork. Interactions and relationships between pupils and staff are positive and respectful. They often share common moments of humour and laughter. Staff enable pupils to discuss their experiences, views and personal concerns confidently. Staff deal with any matters of concern quickly.
What the school should improve
- The school has not secured teachers' subject-specific pedagogical knowledge in a few subjects, particularly where teachers are new to their roles. As a result, teaching does not routinely enable some pupils to extend or deepen what they know or understand. The school must continue to develop staff expertise to ensure that the intended curriculum is consistently implemented in all subjects.
- A few pupils continue to be reluctant to engage in reading. Some lack suitable skills in segmenting and blending sounds when faced with unfamiliar words. The school should continue to train staff and develop their expertise so that all pupils develop the skills to read with greater fluency and accuracy.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
13 pupils in the year group
Pupil numbers and mix
59 pupils on roll, with places for 90
Schools near The Write Time
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity School, Old Palace Croydon | 0.3 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Carew Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| The Link School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | Attainment 8: 1.9 |
| Aspire Learning | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Supreme Education AP | 1 mile | Report card: Urgent improvement | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Other independent special school
- Sector
- Independent
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Mrs Lana Philippson
- Phone
- 02086897676
- Address
- Warrington Road, Opposite Ludford Close, Croydon, London, CR0 4BH
- Local authority
- Croydon
- URN
- 142621
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.