The Best Schools In Croydon Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Croydon. These top schools near Croydon are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

Trinity School

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Our number one ranked school in Croydon based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Trinity School.

Pupils
1032
Ages
10 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

Whitgift School

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Whitgift School is ranked second in Croydon based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1556
Ages
10 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
Other independent school
3

The Cedars School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Croydon based on our authoritative ranking is The Cedars School.

Pupils
252
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
Other independent school
4

Old Palace of John Whitgift School

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The school ranked at number four in our Croydon league table is Old Palace of John Whitgift School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
334
Ages
10 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
5

Royal Russell School

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Our number five ranked school in Croydon based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Royal Russell School.

Pupils
1225
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school

Top 5 best performing schools in Croydon and their catchment areas in Croydon ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Trinity School
  • Whitgift School
  • The Cedars School
  • Old Palace of John Whitgift School
  • Royal Russell School

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