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Desmond Anderson Primary Academy

Crawley · West Sussex · RH10 5EA. primary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 2 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Ofsted overall: Good
KS2 RWM expected: 51%
Attainment 8: —
English & maths 9–4: —

Ofsted publication date: 17/11/2019. Open Ofsted report

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What is Desmond Anderson Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Desmond Anderson Primary Academy has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 17/11/2019). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

What are Desmond Anderson Primary Academy's Key Stage 2 results?

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Where is Desmond Anderson Primary Academy?

Desmond Anderson Primary Academy is in Crawley (RH10 5EA), West Sussex. URN 143973.

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Desmond Anderson Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The principal of this school is Managey Powys. This school is part of the University of Brighton Academies Trust, which means other people in the trust also have responsibility for running the…

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Desmond Anderson Primary Academy
URN: 143973
Local authority: West Sussex
Town: Crawley
Postcode: RH10 5EA
Ofsted overall: Good (17/11/2019)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/143973/
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