Croydon High School
URN: 101845 • South Croydon CR2 8YB
Overview
- Name
- Croydon High School
- URN
- 101845
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 42.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Annabel Davies (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02082607500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Old Farleigh Road, South Croydon CR2 8YB
Summary
Croydon High School, located in South Croydon, is an independent girls' school that prioritises a supportive and aspirational learning environment. With a current enrolment of 823 pupils and a capacity of 850, the school operates under the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), which has a long-standing commitment to excellence in girls' education. The school's ethos, encapsulated in the mantra "Every Girl, Every Day," emphasises a personalised approach to learning, ensuring that each student's experience is both meaningful and memorable.
The curriculum at Croydon High is designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and confidence among students. Inspirational teaching practices encourage girls to think independently and collaborate effectively, preparing them for future challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement while also promoting personal development through various extracurricular activities and support systems.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Croydon High, where a strong sense of belonging is cultivated among students and staff alike. The school is dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are equipped to become leaders and changemakers in society, supported by a robust network of alumnae and ongoing development opportunities.
The curriculum at Croydon High is designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and confidence among students. Inspirational teaching practices encourage girls to think independently and collaborate effectively, preparing them for future challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement while also promoting personal development through various extracurricular activities and support systems.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Croydon High, where a strong sense of belonging is cultivated among students and staff alike. The school is dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are equipped to become leaders and changemakers in society, supported by a robust network of alumnae and ongoing development opportunities.
Useful links
- Senior school (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Girls' Day School Trust (other)
- About (other)
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (other)
- Alumnae (other)
- Careers (other)
- Expertise (other)
- News (other)
- Schools (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Red Gates School (51.2)
- St Giles School (48.5)
- Rutherford School (48.1)
- Cotelands PRU Co John Ruskin College (47.7)
- Croham Hurst School (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 823 | 0 | 823 | 850 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 799 | 0 | 799 | 850 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 718 | 0 | 718 | 797 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 718 | 0 | 718 | 797 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 673 | 0 | 673 | 797 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 655 | 12 | 643 | 797 | 0.00 |
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