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Crofton Infant School Catchment Area

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

Crofton Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Orpington, Bromley , serving pupils aged 2–7, with 590 pupils, and a capacity of 560 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–7

Age range

590

Pupils

560

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2016

Crofton Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Crofton Infant School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bromley. 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: 590 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 560 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 Bromley 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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Crofton Infant School — School Information

Full address
Towncourt Lane, Petts Wood, Orpington, BR5 1EL
Local authority
Bromley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–7 years
Free school meals
2.5% of pupils
DfE URN
138611

Other Primary Schools in Orpington

If Crofton Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Orpington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Crofton Infant School

Is Crofton Infant School oversubscribed?

Yes — Crofton Infant School currently has 590 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 560 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Crofton Infant School?

Admission to Crofton Infant School is managed by Bromley. 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 Crofton Infant School cover?

Crofton Infant School is a primary school in Orpington, Bromley, serving pupils aged 2–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Crofton Infant School?

Crofton Infant School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.