The Best Schools In Croydon Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Croydon. These top schools near Croydon are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

Trinity School

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Our number one ranked school in Croydon based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Trinity School.

Pupils
1049
Ages
10 - 18
Gender
Boys only (co-ed sixth form)
Type
Other independent school
2

Whitgift School

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Whitgift School is ranked second in Croydon based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1517
Ages
10 - 18
Gender
Boys only
Type
Other independent school
3

Croydon High School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Croydon based on our authoritative ranking is Croydon High School.

Pupils
823
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Girls only
Type
Other independent school
4

Royal Russell School

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The school ranked at number four in our Croydon league table is Royal Russell School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1263
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
5

BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology

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Our number five ranked school in Croydon based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology.

Pupils
1447
Ages
14 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
City technology college

Top 5 best performing schools in Croydon and their catchment areas in Croydon ranked by School Guide in 2026

  • Trinity School
  • Whitgift School
  • Croydon High School
  • Royal Russell School
  • BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology

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