School News

All pupils were invited to decorate a paper plate as either the cover or a character from their favourite book – here are just some of the wonderful entries we received.

A huge thank you from all of us at Quest Primary, to the congregation @selsdon_baptist church, who incredibly generously, donated brand new toys and gifts ensuring that everyone single child […]

This week a number of our Year 5 and Year 6 children have taken part in the Bikeability programme, helping them learn to cycle safely on quiet roads. The children were very responsible, making sure they listened carefully to the instructors and each was successfully awarded either the level 1 or level 2 certificate at the end of their course. […]

Year 2 had a fantastic visit to The Tower of London this week, to support their learning in history and ignite a passion for the past. They were excellent historians, asking lots of questions, closely observing objects that gave them clues about what life in the past was like, and using evidence to try and find the answers. Well done, […]

This week is anti-bullying week 2025 with the theme ‘Power for Good’. On Monday, Quest Primary children joined children across the country in wearing odd socks for the day to show they take a stand against bullying. Mrs Hill and the anti-bullying ambassadors presented to the whole school in assembly, with the children participating and coming up with some great […]

Year 1 had a lovely visit to The Arc this week to support their science learning, They were able to get up close and personal with the animals, learn all about them and how to care for them, as well as some of their individual characteristics that define them as reptiles, insects and mammals.

Today we were proud to take 8 pupils from QPS to represent our school at the Armistice Day service in Croydon outside the town hall and war memorial. The children respectfully observed the two minute silence and were able to present their remembrance crosses at the war memorial in front of the assembled guests and spectators, including 

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

Photo taken at Quest Primary earlier this year.

Our Edible Playground build is complete! A huge thank you to Trees for Cities for all of their support both via funding and the physical build to make the garden space a reality for our Quest Primary pupils. 15 raised beds have been created which pupils will plant up over the coming year when the seasons allow, to grow fruits, […]

We are delighted to have welcomed Lola to our QPS family. Lola visits school on a Monday afternoon on behalf of Canine Concern with her owner Michele, and works with pupils, who thoroughly look forward to her visits each week.

The “Reading for Pleasure” conference took place on October 18, 2025, at The Open University in Milton Keynes. The event focused on “The Affective Power of Reading for Pleasure” and included keynotes, research-informed workshops, and the announcement of the 2025 Reading for Pleasure Awards. We are incredibly proud of Mrs Beirne, who led one of these workshops – ‘Making Reading […]

Jewson Croydon has proudly sponsored a new playground installation at Quest Primary School, helping to enhance physical development, encourage teamwork and promote daily exercise.

The brand new trim trail is a modular outdoor structure that acts as a key addition to the school’s OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) programme. It builds on other recent playground improvements which ensure all pupils at […]

We are delighted to share that Quest Primary is officially an OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) platinum accredited school. The accreditation reflects the excellent playground provision for all of our pupils, supporting them to have creative, fun-filled and exciting playtime and lunchtimes, where their imaginations can run wild. Our social spaces encourage and support the development of positive play, turn-taking, […]

Lots of fun had today at our KS2 Latin event where it was lovely to have parents joining us to come and see what Latin is all about at Quest Primary, try some fun Latin activities alongside the children, sample some Roman inspired food and be impressed by the Latin that our older classes have learned during their studies over […]

Our Year 3 and Year 4 classes have started their violin lessons with Ms Winter from Croydon Music Association. There was awe and wonder as Ms Winter played a piece for the children, many of whom have never heard a violin in person, followed by great excitement as they were able to learn how to handle and hold their own […]

Kerry has been volunteering with us at Quest Primary for over a year and brightens our day each week with her enthusiasm and cheerful approach. This week she was recognised at the Croydon Mencap awards for her contribution to her local community. The school also received a trophy in recognition of our work hosting Kerry’s placement, which was accepted by […]

Climb aboard the camper van of curiosity – where learning is the ultimate road trip at Quest Primary School!

We were delighted to award our sports trophies to those who have been a part of our competitive teams (boys and girls football and netball) this year from Y5 and Y6.

We were also delighted to award the annual Governors Award for contribution to school life trophy to Ethan from ELP2, who has always thrown himself into everything school based, including […]

Huge congratulations to Miss Graham and Miss Baines who have recently completed their Level 3 TA courses, complete with additional SEN credits. Both have been working for 18 months alongside their roles in school to complete the course and thoroughly deserve the distinctions they both passed the course with! Well done, both!

Thea has worked tirelessly since the start of Year 3 in September to learn the spelling challenge words and this week finally made it to the last gold level. She spelt every word perfectly and we were delighted to award her with her level 9 certificate in our celebration assembly earlier today. Well done, Thea!

These 9 children are the first in the school to achieve their bronze level citizenship awards. The award supports pupils to understand the value of being a good citizen and encourages them to become responsible, informed and respectful members of their class, school and wider community. The children were awarded their certificates and badges in assembly, and we look forward […]

A great deal of fun was had by all in attendance at the summer discos! Dancing, sliding, spinning and several conga lines were in abundance, and there were lots of smiles and laughter. Year 6 were treated to a special photo booth and mocktails as part of their leavers celebrations. Thank you to everyone who organised and supported the event […]

On Friday 16^th May, Quest Primary held a special red & blue day where pupils were invited to wear their Crystal Palace kits, or red and blue, ahead of the Crystal Palace V Manchester City FA Cup Final on the Saturday 17^th May. As a school we wanted to show our support for our local South London team ahead of their appearance […]

Our first Careers Fair was a huge success, with pupils from Y3 upwards having the opportunity to visit the hall this afternoon and chat with all of the kind parents and volunteers who came along to represent their profession. The children asked those present some questions about their jobs to help them find out a little bit more about what […]