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Desmond Anderson Primary Academy

Anderson Road, Tilgate, Crawley, RH10 5EA

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Pupils

434

Ages

2-11

FSM

22.1%

Capacity

440

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2019

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

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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). 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.

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.

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

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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 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.