The short version
At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023). Boys only.
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a boys-only school
- The school is at capacity (112% full)
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community special school
- Ages
- 11–16
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 91
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 33%
Governance
- Local authority
- Surrey
- Head
- Mr R Woolley (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Boarding
- Not applicable
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection
October 2021 | School Inspection
Full inspection: Good
July 2016 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Outstanding
May 2012 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
November 2009 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Outstanding
February 2009 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
September 2005 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
October 1999 | Full Inspection
Location
Portley House, 152 Whyteleafe Road, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 5ED
Town setting
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Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery
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Questions parents ask
What is Sunnydown School's Ofsted rating?
Sunnydown School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Sunnydown School?
Sunnydown School currently has 91 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Sunnydown School take?
Sunnydown School caters for pupils aged 11 to 16.
Where is Sunnydown School?
Sunnydown School is in Caterham, CR3 5ED, in the Surrey local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
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