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Desmond Anderson Primary Academy

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Desmond Anderson Primary Academy

Anderson Road, Tilgate, Crawley, RH10 5EA

A Good-rated primary school in Crawley where 51% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils
434
Ages
2-11
FSM
22.1%
Capacity
440
Ofsted
Good
Oct 2019

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
72.0%
Writing
71.0%
Maths
68.0%
RWM Combined
51.0%

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About Desmond Anderson Primary Academy

Desmond Anderson Primary Academy is a primary school in Crawley, West Sussex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 85 responses), 79% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 51% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 434 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Anderson Road, Crawley, RH10 5EA | More schools in West Sussex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Desmond Anderson Primary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jun 2025 — Standards maintained
  2. Oct 2019 — Good
  3. Nov 2012 — Good (predecessor: Desmond Anderson Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Desmond Anderson Primary Academy

What is Desmond Anderson Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What do parents say about Desmond Anderson Primary Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 85 responses): 79% of parents would recommend Desmond Anderson Primary Academy.
What are Desmond Anderson Primary Academy's latest exam results?
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 51% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Desmond Anderson Primary Academy located?
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy is a primary school in Crawley, West Sussex (RH10 5EA).
How many pupils attend Desmond Anderson Primary Academy?
Desmond Anderson Primary Academy has around 434 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Desmond Anderson Primary Academy with other schools?
View Desmond Anderson Primary 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 West Sussex.