A riddle: What has an age range of 3 to 11 and resides on King Henry’s Drive? It’s the Tudor Academy of course. Here we are standing before a place of learning. The Tudor Academy is more than just bricks and mortar. It is a vibrant hub of education. It’s a place where young minds blossom.
Tudor Academy is located in New Addington in Croydon. The academy opened its doors on November 1 2013. It was a new provision for the community. The Tudor Academy is part of the STEP Academy Trust. The academy is open to both boys and girls.
Let’s delve deeper into the essence of Tudor Academy. The academy caters to children aged 3 to 11. Tudor Academy is a primary school. It is a mixed-gender school. It is an average-sized school. In the school year of 2018 to 2019 Tudor Academy had 358 pupils. In the school year of 2018 to 2019 seventy-one percent of pupils met the expected standard in reading writing and maths. In the school year of 2018 to 2019 seven percent of pupils achieved at a higher standard in reading writing and maths. The average score in reading was 105. The average score in maths was 103.
Ms. Donna Rochford is the principal of Tudor Academy. She assumed her role on September 1 2022. Her term will continue until August 31 2026. She also serves as an ex-officio governor. Lydia Reeves is another governor appointed by the board. Her term extends from July 4 2023 to July 3 2027.
Tudor Academy has a capacity of 600 pupils. As of recent data 498 pupils attend. A significant portion of students is eligible for free school meals. Around 49.9% that’s 240 pupils.
Notably Tudor Academy maintains an open-door policy regarding admissions. It welcomes applications from all backgrounds. This reflects its commitment to inclusivity. The academy runs nursery classes. Tudor Academy does not have a sixth form.
Interestingly Tudor Academy is linked with other educational establishments. Wolsey Infant and Nursery School merged with it on August 31 2018. Wolsey Junior School became a predecessor on August 23 2013.
Tudor Academy is committed to transparency in governance. They provide governance information. This ensures accountability. This commitment extends to data protection. They have privacy notices available for review.
As we stand here let’s reflect on the significance of Tudor Academy. It is not just a school. It is a cornerstone of the community. It shapes young lives. It fosters a love for learning.