Croydon High School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

Croydon High School is an independent day school for girls, with roots going back to 1874 when it was founded in the centre of Croydon. The school moved to its current site in 1966 and is part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST). It welcomes pupils from the Early Years Foundation Stage all the way through to the senior school, drawing girls from a wide range of family backgrounds, most of whom live within 15 miles of the school. The school is guided by the mantra every girl, every day, aiming to strike a thoughtful balance between challenge and individual support. Its curriculum is designed to be vibrant and broad, complemented by a diverse range of co-curricular activities, all with the goal of preparing pupils to navigate an ever-changing world with confidence. The school is committed to meeting the needs of all its pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those for whom English is an additional language, through varied approaches to teaching and learning.