Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace is a secondary located in Croydon, SE19 2JH. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Outstanding. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,258 pupils on roll.
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Croydon
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1300
Number of Pupils: 1258
Number of Boys: 753
Number of Girls: 505
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 32.5
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-20
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Outstanding
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Outstanding
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2014-11-10
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Rigby
Phone: 02087712261
Website: http://www.harriscrystalpalace.org.uk/
Location: Maberley Road, Upper Norwood
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
What is the Ofsted rating of Harris City Academy Crystal Palace?
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Harris City Academy Crystal Palace admit?
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Harris City Academy Crystal Palace a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace is a mixed school.
What type of school is Harris City Academy Crystal Palace?
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Harris City Academy Crystal Palace?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Harris City Academy Crystal Palace on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Harris City Academy Crystal Palace?
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