Cressey College
School summary
Cressey College is a small independent school in Croydon, educating around 190 pupils in a co-educational setting. With a roll of this size, the school offers a more intimate environment than many larger independents, where pupils are likely to be well known to staff. It has no religious affiliation and is led by headteacher Mr Krishna Purbhoo. The school is overseen by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
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Teaching & academics
As an ISI-inspected independent school, Cressey College operates within the framework of independent education in England. Its modest size means teaching is delivered in a close-knit community where individual pupils can readily receive attention.
Head · Mr Krishna Purbhoo
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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A small, mixed independent in the heart of Croydon, Cressey College may appeal to families seeking a close community over a large institution.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.