Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon parents and carers have received their child’s primary school reception place offer for September, marking a key milestone in the education journey.
While 86.7% of children received their first choice, 96.5% of parents or carers selected one of their top three preferred elementary schools.
This year, 4,309 applications were received, all of which were submitted online.
By Wednesday, April 30, 2025, parents and caregivers have until then to accept or reject their offer of a primary school spot.
To increase the likelihood of obtaining a preferred school, parents were urged to name up to six preferences. The local government manages the distributions to guarantee that every child receives the highest preference.
Residents can visit the council website for information on how to appeal or accept a school spot. There is also information about schools with openings left.
Jason Perry, Executive Mayor of Croydon said: “It is great news that all our residents who applied on time have now received a place for their child. It is even better that more than 86% have been offered their first choice, in line with last year.
We are working to make Croydon a place where all children and young people can fulfil their potential at our local schools. I wish the children the very best for starting reception in September.”
Are there any specific criteria that Croydon schools use for admissions?
To determine which pupils are given spots, Croydon schools employ a number of particular standards, some of which may differ from one school to another.
Priority is frequently given to kids who reside closer to the school.
Priority may be given to kids whose siblings are currently enrolled in the school. Children from specific religious origins may be given preference at faith schools.
Priority is given to children in care or those with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). Children from particular elementary schools are given preference at some schools.
Children in care or being cared after must also be given priority in all Croydon state-funded schools. Schools must abide by their published admissions standards, which specify their precise requirements and how applications are rated in the event that there are too many applications.