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Kensington Avenue Primary School Catchment Area

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

Kensington Avenue Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Thornton Heath, Croydon , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 513 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

513

Pupils

600

Capacity

86%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Kensington Avenue Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kensington Avenue 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.

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.

Find Croydon catchment area documents →

Kensington Avenue Primary School — School Information

Full address
Kensington Avenue, Thornton Heath, CR7 8BT
Local authority
Croydon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
21.4% of pupils
DfE URN
146724

Other Primary Schools in Thornton Heath

If Kensington Avenue Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Thornton Heath are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kensington Avenue Primary School

Is Kensington Avenue Primary School oversubscribed?

Kensington Avenue Primary School has a capacity of 600 places and currently has 513 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Croydon.

What is the admissions policy for Kensington Avenue Primary School?

Admission to Kensington Avenue 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 Kensington Avenue Primary School cover?

Kensington Avenue Primary School is a primary school in Thornton Heath, 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 Kensington Avenue Primary School?

Kensington Avenue Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.