The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 50.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2014
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
50.8
7.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
56%
13.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
11%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
21% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Specialist provision
Not applicable
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 192
- Capacity
- 24%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Croydon
- Head
- Mrs Maria Kemp (Headmistress)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
147 Central Hill, London, SE19 1RT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe New School
Independent · Very close
Priory School
Special school · Very close
Hillcrest
Miscellaneous · Very close
St Joseph's RC Infant School
Primary · 351m away
St Joseph's RC Junior School
Primary · 377m away
Rockmount Primary School
Primary · 420m away
Paxton Primary School
Primary · 904m away
Downsview Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 920m away
Questions parents ask
Is Fidelis College a selective school?
No. Fidelis College is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Fidelis College's Ofsted rating?
Fidelis College was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2014. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Fidelis College?
Fidelis College currently has 192 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Fidelis College take?
Fidelis College caters for pupils aged 4 to 19.
Where is Fidelis College?
Fidelis College is in London, SE19 1RT, in the Croydon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Fidelis College have a sixth form?
Yes, Fidelis College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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