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Whitgift School

Whitgift School

Croydon, CR2 6YTSecondary School·Ages 10-18
Outstandingby Ofsted

94%

Capacity

1,500

Pupils

N/A

Demand

About Whitgift School

One of South London's leading independent schools. Set in 45 acres with outstanding sports, arts, and academic facilities. Generous bursary programme.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (Private)
Age Range10 to 18 years
GenderBoys
AddressHaling Park, South Croydon, Croydon, CR2 6YT
HeadteacherChris Ramsey
Local AuthorityCroydon
Number of Pupils1,500
School Capacity1,500 / 1,600 (94% full)
Sixth FormYes
BoardingYes — Boarding school

GCSE Results

2023/24

Attainment 8 (vs national avg)

+12.1Well Above Average

Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average

BelowAverageAbove
Grade 9-4 (Standard Pass)0%
Grade 9-5 (Strong Pass)0%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.

A-Level Results

2023/24
160 students

Average Points per Entry

47.8Grade A-

Value Added Score

+0.26Above Average
BelowAverageAbove

Best 3 A-Levels (Average)

48.0Grade A-
AAB or higher (inc. 2 facilitating)52%
Avg Points per Entry over timeStable +0.0

'21/22

48.9

'22/23

46.5

'23/24

47.8

Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.

SEND Support

SEN Pupil Breakdown

6

With EHC Plan

754

SEN Support

50.7% of pupils receive SEN support

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

10
TheatreSwimming PoolGymnasiumMusic RoomsPlaying FieldsSports HallTennis CourtsAstro TurfChapelSixth Form Centre

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

19

Sports

RoundersHockeyTennisCross CountryFootballRugbyAthleticsNetballBadminton

Clubs & Activities

DramaGardeningScience ClubDebateCodingNewspaperFilm ClubChessModel United NationsYoung Enterprise

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Whitgift School

Whitgift School has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

020 8688 9222admissions@whitgift.co.ukwww.whitgift.co.uk

Haling Park, South Croydon

Croydon, CR2 6YT

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Haling Park, South Croydon

Croydon, CR2 6YT

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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