The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 50.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is at capacity (100% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
50.1
6.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
54%
12.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
9%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.41
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 195 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
13% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
1% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 113 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- City technology college
- Ages
- 14–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,447
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 16.7%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Croydon
- Head
- Mr Stuart Worden (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection
June 2023 | School Inspection
Short inspection
January 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2014 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2011 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Full inspection: Outstanding
February 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
November 2002 | Full Inspection
Location
60 The Crescent, Selhurst, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 2HN
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmRobert Fitzroy Academy
Primary · 857m away
Elmwood Infant School
Primary · 1.1km away
Elmwood Junior School
Primary · 1.1km away
John Wood School & Nursery
Primary · 1.1km away
Chestnut Park Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
St Mary's Catholic High School
Secondary · 1.2km away
St. Mary's Catholic Junior School
Primary · 1.2km away
Chaffinch Brook School
Academy · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology a selective school?
No. BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology's Ofsted rating?
BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology?
BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology currently has 1,447 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology take?
BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology caters for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology?
BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology is in Croydon, CR0 2HN, in the Croydon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology have a sixth form?
Yes, BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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