The short version
86% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2024).
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2024
Selective intake
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School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 276
- Capacity
- 86%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Croydon
- Head
- Mrs Almas Iqbal
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
36 Pitlake, Croydon, CR0 3RA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Minster Junior School
Primary · 866m away
Victoria House PRU
Pupil referral unit · 1.0km away
Bright Minds Creative Academy
Independent · 1.2km away
Croydon Metropolitan College
Independent · 1.3km away
Howard Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Heathfield Academy
Primary · 1.4km away
Cressey College
Independent · 1.5km away
Link Secondary School
Special school · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is Al-Khair School Preparatory School a selective school?
Yes. Al-Khair School Preparatory School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Al-Khair School Preparatory School's Ofsted rating?
Al-Khair School Preparatory School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Al-Khair School Preparatory School?
Al-Khair School Preparatory School currently has 276 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Al-Khair School Preparatory School take?
Al-Khair School Preparatory School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Al-Khair School Preparatory School?
Al-Khair School Preparatory School is in CR0 3RA, in the Croydon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Al-Khair School Preparatory School have a sixth form?
No, Al-Khair School Preparatory School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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