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Heathfield Academy Catchment Area

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

Heathfield Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Croydon , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 416 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

416

Pupils

420

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

Heathfield Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Heathfield Academy 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.

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 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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Heathfield Academy — School Information

Full address
7 Aberdeen Road, Croydon, CR0 1EQ
Local authority
Croydon
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
33.4% of pupils
DfE URN
140435

Other Primary Schools in Croydon

If Heathfield Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Croydon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Heathfield Academy

Is Heathfield Academy oversubscribed?

Heathfield Academy is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Heathfield Academy?

Admission to Heathfield Academy 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 Heathfield Academy cover?

Heathfield Academy is a primary school in Croydon, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Heathfield Academy?

Heathfield Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.