The short version
85% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2021).
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2021
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
31% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 102
- Capacity
- 85%
Governance
- Local authority
- Croydon
- Head
- Ms LUCY STEPHENS
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
ST MARY'S LODGE, LONDON, SE19 1RT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmPriory School
Special school · Very close
Hillcrest
Miscellaneous · Very close
St Joseph's RC Junior School
Primary · 351m away
Rockmount Primary School
Primary · 400m away
Downsview Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 865m away
Harris Academy Beulah Hill
Secondary · 877m away
St Joseph's College
Secondary · 902m away
Paxton Primary School
Primary · 924m away
Questions parents ask
What is The New School's Ofsted rating?
The New School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2021. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The New School?
The New School currently has 102 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The New School take?
The New School caters for pupils aged 4 to 18.
Where is The New School?
The New School is in SE19 1RT, in the Croydon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The New School have a sixth form?
Yes, The New School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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