Arise Academy
Arise Academy is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls aged 11-19 with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
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Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Croydon for ages 11–16. Non-selective intake.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–16, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- 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.
About the head
Distinctive features
specialist education for SEMH needs
highly qualified therapy teams onsite
integrated therapy services including Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Educational Psychology, Psychotherapy
7 C’s strengths-based framework
SHINE Therapeutic Model
1:1 tailored lessons
broad academic and vocational curriculum
emphasis on preparation for adulthood
strong partnerships with parents and carers
Facilities
arts
boarding
academic
Recent coverage
Arise Academy, located in Croydon, London, underwent an Ofsted inspection on 4 June 2024, resulting in a "Requires Improvement" rating. A subsequent short ungraded inspection on 22 January 2025 found that the school met all the standards that were checked. The school has a capacity of 40 students and currently enrolls 24 pupils aged 11 to 19. The headteacher is Miss Hayley Gibbs. Specific details regarding exam results, leadership changes, building projects, or other notable achievements were not found in the available sources.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 May 2024 | 15 Oct 2025 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Inspection
Ofsted — 8 May 2024
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
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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 senior school in Croydon for ages 11–16. Non-selective intake.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.
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 020 4501 6761. 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.
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