How many private schools are there in Croydon?

There are 17 independent (private) schools in Croydon listed on FindGreatSchools, covering prep, senior and all-through schools. Each listing links to a full profile with pupil numbers, demographics and inspection information where published.

What is the difference between an independent school and a private school?

Nothing — "independent school" and "private school" mean the same thing in the UK: a fee-paying school that operates outside local-authority control. Adding to the confusion, some of the oldest independent schools are traditionally known as "public schools".

Who inspects private schools in Croydon?

Independent schools belonging to the Independent Schools Council are inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted, while non-association independent schools are inspected by Ofsted. Where a school has a published Ofsted rating, we show it on its profile.

The best independent & private schools in Croydon

Compare 17 independent and private schools in Croydon: pupil numbers, school profiles and inspection ratings for every fee-paying school in the area.

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The best independent & private schools in Croydon

BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology

Al-Khair School

Al-Khair School Preparatory School

Al-Khair Secondary Girls

Aya College (Educational Provision)

Croydon High School

Croydon Metropolitan College

Cumnor House School

Cumnor House School

Elmhurst School Ltd

Fidelis College

Laleham Lea School

Royal Russell School

St David's School

The New School

Trinity School

Whitgift School

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