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Chipstead Valley Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Chipstead Valley Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Coulsdon, Croydon , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 674 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

674

Pupils

630

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Chipstead Valley Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Chipstead Valley Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Croydon. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 674 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Croydon before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Chipstead Valley Primary School — School Information

Full address
Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon, CR5 3BW
Local authority
Croydon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
7% of pupils
DfE URN
140704

Other Primary Schools in Coulsdon

If Chipstead Valley Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Coulsdon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Chipstead Valley Primary School

Is Chipstead Valley Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Chipstead Valley Primary School currently has 674 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Chipstead Valley Primary School?

Admission to Chipstead Valley Primary School is managed by Croydon. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Chipstead Valley Primary School cover?

Chipstead Valley Primary School is a primary school in Coulsdon, Croydon, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Chipstead Valley Primary School?

Chipstead Valley Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.