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Arise Academy

Horizon Care & Education Group Ltd is a provider of children's homes, specialist education, and supported accommodation for children and young people across England, offering therapeutic care and high-quality SEN education.

CroydonSeniorCo EdAges 11–18Day24 pupils
Day fees
Fees TBC
How competitive entry is
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Pupils
24
Founded
Next deadline
Open day: TBC
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Independent co-ed school in Croydon for ages 11–19.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Children aged 11–19.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
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About the head

Head Teacher at Grove Road School

At Horizon, we proudly support over 800 children and young people across England each year to achieve bright futures. Since 2007, we have grown into a nationwide provider of integrated children's services guided by a trauma-informed, outcome-focused approach that puts the needs of children and young people at the heart of everything we do. Our cross-divisional model ensures smooth, well-planned transitions, empowering young people with confidence, skills and resilience for adulthood.

Compassion, Inspiration, Dependability, Collaboration

Activities & co-curricular

music

MusicAfrican Drumming Workshop

academic club

MathematicsEnglish

other

ConstructionCareers and work experience

Facilities

academic

Break out classroomComputer roomLibraryScience laboratory

wellbeing

Co-regulation rooms (both floors)One-to-one roomsSensory activity room

Recent coverage

Arise Academy, located in Croydon, London, underwent its first full Ofsted inspection on 4 June 2024, receiving a "Requires Improvement" rating. The school, which opened in April 2023, had 26 pupils enrolled as of January 2024. (blocl.uk) As of May 2026, there have been no significant updates regarding exam results, leadership changes, building projects, or other notable achievements.

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Registration opensPassed
1 May 2024
Registration closesPassed
15 Oct 2025
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 May 202415 Oct 2025TBCClosed

Open events

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

Fees TBCper year · Day · 2025-26
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Ofsted 4 Jun 2024

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

Requires improvement
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Questions parents ask

Common questions about Arise Academy, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is Arise Academy best for?+

Independent co-ed school in Croydon for ages 11–19.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.

Are there open days?+

2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at groveroad.office@horizoncare.co.uk or phone on 01543 570 304; 01543 570304. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Arise Academy — see the "Schools like Arise Academy" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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