Schools in Purley
There are 11 schools in Purley on the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, including 3 primary and 3 secondary schools, across 2 local authorities. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 5 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Purley (3)
- Beaumont Primary SchoolCommunity school · CR8 4DN
- Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley)Voluntary aided school · CR8 2QE
- Margaret Roper Catholic Primary SchoolVoluntary aided school · CR8 2XP
Secondary schools in Purley (3)
- Riddlesdown CollegiateAcademy converter · CR8 1EX
- The John Fisher SchoolVoluntary aided school · CR8 3YP
- Thomas More Catholic SchoolVoluntary aided school · CR8 2XP
Nursery schools in Purley (1)
- Purley Nursery SchoolLocal authority nursery school · CR8 2NE
Other phases in Purley (4)
- Abingdon House School PurleyOther independent special school · CR8 2AN
- Laleham Lea SchoolOther independent school · CR8 3JJ
- St David's SchoolOther independent school · CR8 3AL
- St Nicholas SchoolCommunity special school · CR8 4DS
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Purley?
The Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register lists 11 open schools with a Purley address (as of 5 June 2026), including 3 primary and 3 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Purley guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, retrieved on 5 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Purley?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.