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Crofton Junior School Catchment Area

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

Crofton Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Orpington, Bromley , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 715 pupils, and a capacity of 720 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

715

Pupils

720

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

Crofton Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Crofton Junior 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.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

Find Bromley catchment area documents →

Crofton Junior School — School Information

Full address
Towncourt Lane, Orpington, BR5 1EL
Local authority
Bromley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
7.4% of pupils
DfE URN
137683

Other Primary Schools in Orpington

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Crofton Junior School

Is Crofton Junior School oversubscribed?

Crofton Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 720 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Crofton Junior School?

Admission to Crofton Junior 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 Junior School cover?

Crofton Junior School is a primary school in Orpington, Bromley, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Crofton Junior School?

Crofton Junior School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.