Chipstead Valley Primary School

A outstanding academy converter school in Croydon. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Chipstead Valley Primary School.

Coulsdon, CR53BW Ofsted: Outstanding Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

76

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
68.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 81.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
67.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
15 May 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Chipstead Valley Road
Coulsdon, CR53BW

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140704
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon, CR5 3BW
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
PACE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
686
Free School Meals
8.1% (56 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.4% (23 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.2%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
9.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
81.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
15.0%
Reading Score:
108.0
Maths Score:
108.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
81.0 (+22.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
9.6 (7.9 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 108.0 108.0
2023 106.0 107.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
23 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
69
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
686 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Be the best you can be!"

Wellbeing Equality and Diversity Outdoor Learning Technology International and Local Understanding

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Headteacher Kate Duncan. Chipstead Valley is described as an inclusive and ambitious three-form entry primary school; Rated Outstanding by Ofsted; member of the PACE Academy Trust; school motto is 'Be the best you can be!'

Facilities

Pond Orchard Woodland area Digiverse immersive suite iPads Chromebooks

Curriculum Highlights

Core curriculum threads include Wellbeing; Equality and Diversity; Outdoor Learning; Technology; International and Local Understanding.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club and After School Club

SEND Provision

Locality SEND Support provides earlier and better targeted help and support to SEND pupils; funding is shared among Croydon schools to provide early and targeted assistance; may include advice, school-to-school support, referral to specialist services, or additional resources.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are handled by the London Borough of Croydon. Infant classes are limited to a maximum of 30 children per class. Reception places are allocated through Croydon’s admissions process; residents outside Croydon should apply via their own local authority. In-year admissions are handled by Croydon; appeals are processed online via the Croydon Independent Appeals Service.

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