- One of 24 independent schools within the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), Croydon High School was founded in 1874. The school tailors its approach in line with its mantra “every girl, every day”. It is proud to offer “academic challenge, extensive enrichment and a unique education for remarkable girls”.
- Former pupils include the cellist Jacqueline du Pré and the Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid.
- Girls are expected not just to attend school but to engage with it too, with clubs and activities available “morning, noon and night” from chamber choir to water polo.
- The four houses, named after Marie Curie, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, Mary Ann Evans and Mary Seacole, take part in competitive events from talent competitions to debating.
- A limited number of scholarships are available at years 7, 9 and 12, as are bursaries for those entering years 7 and 12.
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