2026 Best Secondary Schools in Croydon Area

Croydon secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 42, comparable to England's 39, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.6/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology leads among state secondary schools with strong results, while Whitgift School and Croydon High School are top-ranked independent options. With 32 schools serving the borough, families across South Croydon, Purley, Shirley, and Addiscombe have extensive choice, from selective independent schools to inclusive comprehensives. Most families find places within 2.9 miles for popular schools. Use the interactive map to explore last distance offered and compare schools across the borough.