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Best 3 Secondary schools in Croydon – comparison

Comparison of secondary schools: Harris Invictus Academy Croydon (Secondary) in Croydon; Ark Blake Academy (Secondary) in Croydon; Meridian High School (Secondary) in Croydon — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Harris Invictus Academy Croydon, Ark Blake Academy and Meridian High School. They are secondary phase and free schools and academy sponsor led type located around Croydon and Croydon, Surrey. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Harris Invictus Academy Croydon), published Nov 2016. The lowest is 2 (Ark Blake Academy), published Apr 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Ark Blake Academy (Apr 2023). average roll around ≈ 750, combined total ≈ 2,300, typical FSM 50–55%, range 45–50%–65–70%; spread across trusts such as Harris Federation, ARK SCHOOLS and GLF Schools.

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Harris Invictus Academy Croydon
CR0 2TB
Phase / Type
Secondary • Free schools
Location
Croydon
CR0 2TB
Ofsted
1 14 Nov 2016
Pupils
≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Harris Federation
Website
www.harrisinvictus.org.uk
Telephone
02033713002
Ark Blake Academy
CR0 6NA
Phase / Type
Secondary • Free schools
Location
Croydon
CR0 6NA
Ofsted
2 26 Apr 2023
Pupils
≈ 800 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
ARK SCHOOLS
Website
www.arkblake.org
Telephone
02034439000
Meridian High School
CR0 0AH
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location
Croydon
Surrey
CR0 0AH
Ofsted
2 20 Mar 2023
Pupils
≈ 550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
GLF Schools
Website
www.meridianhigh.london
Telephone
02039431328

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What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?
Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.
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