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David Livingstone Academy

Northwood Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 8HX

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Pupils

196

Ages

4-11

FSM

31.1%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Outstanding

Jun 2019

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

88.0%

Writing

92.0%

Maths

92.0%

RWM Combined

88.0%

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About David Livingstone Academy

David Livingstone Academy is a primary school in Thornton Heath, Croydon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2019 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 88% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 196 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Northwood Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 8HX | More schools in Croydon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for David Livingstone Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jul 2025 — Standards maintained
Jun 2019 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about David Livingstone Academy

What is David Livingstone Academy's Ofsted rating?

David Livingstone Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

What are David Livingstone Academy's latest exam results?

David Livingstone Academy: KS2 2024/25: 88% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is David Livingstone Academy located?

David Livingstone Academy is a primary school in Thornton Heath, Croydon (CR7 8HX).

How many pupils attend David Livingstone Academy?

David Livingstone Academy has around 196 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare David Livingstone Academy with other schools?

View David Livingstone Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Croydon.