The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2016).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 45.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016
- The school is at capacity (109% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
45.0
1.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
47%
4.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
58%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.46
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
94%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 170 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 12 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
21% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 23 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 72 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 980
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 46.7%
Governance
- Local authority
- Croydon
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Head
- Mr Dougal Scott
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Not applicable
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
88 London Road, Croydon, CR0 2TB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmEducational Excellence and Wellbeing
Independent · 1.2km away
The Write Time
Independent · 1.2km away
The Minster Junior School
Primary · 1.3km away
The Minster Nursery and Infants Church of England Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
Victoria House PRU
Pupil referral unit · 1.4km away
Bright Minds Creative Academy
Independent · 1.5km away
Park Hill Junior School
Primary · 1.5km away
Croydon Metropolitan College
Independent · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
What is Harris Invictus Academy Croydon's Ofsted rating?
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Harris Invictus Academy Croydon?
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon currently has 980 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Harris Invictus Academy Croydon take?
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Harris Invictus Academy Croydon?
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon is in Croydon, CR0 2TB, in the Croydon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Harris Invictus Academy Croydon have a sixth form?
Yes, Harris Invictus Academy Croydon has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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