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David Livingstone Academy
Northwood Road, Thornton Heath, Surrey, CR7 8HX, Croydon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.2 / 100
Top 2%
Better than 98% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
196
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
93%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and an impressive 88% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, this primary school stands out as a top choice in Croydon. It boasts a high level of parent satisfaction, with 95% of parents recommending the school, reflecting a strong community and supportive environment. While 12% of students achieve the higher standard, the overall performance places it in the top 4% nationally, making it an excellent option for families seeking quality education.
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Last inspected: 5 June 2019Exempt from re-inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 88% | Top 4% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 12% | Top 28% UK |
Parent View (42 responses)
★★★★★4.4
My child feels safe
100%
Good range of extra-curricular
100%
My child is happy
98%
School keeps me informed
98%
Good range of subjects
98%
Progress is communicated
98%
My child makes good progress
95%
Behaviour is good
95%
I'd recommend this school
95%
School has high expectations
86%
School supports development
81%
School responds to concerns
67%
Pupil Ethnicity
Black Caribbean16.3%
Black African13.8%
White British12.2%
Asian Other10.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.9.2%
Mixed Other9.2%
White Other6.6%
Asian Pakistani6.6%
Mixed W+B African4.1%
Black Other2.0%
Asian Indian2.0%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Other1.0%
Asian Bangladeshi0.5%
Location
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51.40943, -0.09789 · CR7 8HX
School details
Local authorityCroydon
RegionLondon
URN137195
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is David Livingstone Academy rated by Ofsted?
David Livingstone Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 5 June 2019.
Is David Livingstone Academy a good school?
David Livingstone Academy scores 98.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 2% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about David Livingstone Academy?
Based on 42 Ofsted Parent View responses, David Livingstone Academy receives a satisfaction score of 88% across all parent survey questions.
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