In Croydon, 91% of applicants received an offer from one of their top three school preferences, slightly exceeding last year’s results as well as the London-wide average of 90%.
Students across Croydon preparing to start Year 7 in September have received their secondary school offers, with a higher proportion securing one of their preferred choices compared to last year.
Figures released following National Offer Day, show that 91% of applicants received an offer from one of their top three school preferences, slightly exceeding last year’s results as well as the London-wide average of 90%. The number of pupils securing their second-choice school also saw a marginal increase of 1% from the previous year.
Croydon Council processed a total of 4,422 on-time applications, all submitted online. Parents and carers can check their offers by logging into their eAdmissions accounts, with the deadline to accept or decline offers set for Monday, 17 March.
Parents and carers can check their offers by logging into their eAdmissions accounts, with the deadline to accept or decline offers set for Monday, 17 March.
In cases where the council was unable to offer a place at a student’s preferred school, alternative placements were made as close as possible to the applicant’s home address to ensure minimal disruption.
Executive Mayor of Croydon, Jason Perry, welcomed the latest figures, noting that the borough continues to meet the high demand for secondary school places while ensuring families have access to quality education close to home.
“We’re delighted so many students secured preferred school places. Croydon’s schools offer great opportunities, and we wish all Year 7s success in their next chapter.”
Jason Perry, Executive Mayor of Croydon
“We are delighted to see so many of our students securing places at their preferred schools again this year. With one of the largest under-19 populations in London, Croydon processes a significant number of applications annually. Despite this, we ensure that every eligible child is offered a secondary school place within the borough,” said Mayor Perry.
“Our schools play a vital role in supporting students to reach their full potential, and we are proud of the educational opportunities available to young people in Croydon. We know that parents and carers trust our schools to deliver excellent education, and we remain committed to maintaining high standards across the borough.”
As students prepare to transition into secondary school this September, the council is encouraging parents and carers to review all information available on its website to ensure a smooth process for accepting offers and preparing for the new academic year.
