Krishna Avanti School, Croydon, praised for shared values and ethos

Ofsted has praised Krishna Avanti School in Croydon for its welcoming ethos, shared values, and how pupils demonstrate virtues such as self-discipline, humility, and empathy.

The school has maintained its “Good” rating following its latest Ofsted inspection on 24th April 2025.

“Pupils are attentive and focus well on learning in the classroom,” stated the report. “They play well together in the playground. Throughout the school, pupils and staff treat one another with high levels of respect.”

Inspectors praised the school for its broad and ambitious curriculum, and how the school helps pupils to think deeply about what they have learned, such as the impact of war globally, nationally and locally.

Principal Mrs. Bijal Pandya commented: “This report is a true reflection of our vibrant school community. I am incredibly proud of our pupils, staff, and families whose dedication and shared values continue to make Krishna Avanti a place of excellence, compassion, and growth.”

Dr James Biddulph MBE, Incoming CEO at Avanti Schools Trust, said: “We are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication of our educators, teachers and support teams, empowered by deeply inspired leaders.

“Maintaining the Good Ofsted rating is testament to their commitment to provide an exceptional education for every child.”

Krishna Avanti Primary School is a co-educational, Hindu Faith school for children aged between 4 and 11 based at Southbridge Place, Croydon, and is part of the Avanti Schools Trust.