Forestdale Primary School

The school

• The school is set in spacious grounds with well-equipped outdoor learning spaces.

Source: Forestdale Primary School website. Checked 11 November 2026.

How it teaches

• Early reading is taught through Essential Letters and Sounds.

Source: Forestdale Primary School website. Checked 11 November 2026.

Music, sport and trips

• Sports Leaders organise games, support events and encourage all pupils to take part in physical activity.
• Singing Leaders support singing assemblies and encourage participation in musical activities.

Source: Forestdale Primary School website. Checked 11 November 2026.

Admissions

• Croydon Council manages admissions and maintains the Reception waiting list using its published oversubscription criteria, such as distance and siblings.
• The school admits a maximum of 60 children each year across its two Reception classes.

Source: Forestdale Primary School website. Checked 11 November 2026.

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