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Cypress Primary School Catchment Area

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

Cypress Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in London, Croydon , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 680 pupils, and a capacity of 640 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

680

Pupils

640

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Cypress Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cypress 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: 680 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 640 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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Cypress Primary School — School Information

Full address
Cypress Road, London, SE25 4AU
Local authority
Croydon
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
18.5% of pupils
DfE URN
144626

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If Cypress Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cypress Primary School

Is Cypress Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Cypress Primary School currently has 680 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 640 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Cypress Primary School?

Admission to Cypress 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 Cypress Primary School cover?

Cypress Primary School is a primary school in London, 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 Cypress Primary School?

Cypress Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.