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Croydon High School GDST

Girls

May Her Character and Talents Inspire Others

Non-Denominational
Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 3-18)
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Croydon High School GDST is an independent day school for girls, established in 1874, and part of the Girls' Day School Trust network. Situated in the leafy suburb of Selsdon, South Croydon, Surrey, the school occupies extensive grounds that include a Forest School area and sports facilities. Catering to girls aged 3 to 18, the school claims to focus on an "Every girl, every day" mantra, aiming to develop confident, engaged, compassionate, and ambitious young women. Its ethos encompasses values of Empowerment, Aspiration, Kindness, and Pride.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Aspirational
Kind
Empowering
Proud

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Last updated on 9 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-14.0%

Croydon High School GDST's fees are 14.0% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-20.7%

Croydon High School GDST's fees are 20.7% lower than the county average.

Based on 99 schools in Greater London and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1874
Gender Mix:Girls only
School Size: Approx. 823 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:306983
Registered Company No.:00006400
Owner/Stakeholder: Girls' Day Schools Trust (owner)
Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
A Level
GCSE
IGCSE
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Higher Project Qualification (HPQ)
Scholarships:
Academic
All-Rounder
Art
Drama
Music
Performing arts
Sport
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested bursaries are available for students aged 11 and over, primarily for entry into Year 7 or Sixth Form. They are awarded based on family income and capital resources, ranging from 30% to 100% of fees. Full bursaries may also cover costs for uniforms, lunches, travel, and trips.
Sports Facilities:
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Badminton Court
Basketball Court
Cricket Grounds
Cross Country Course
Football Pitch
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Hockey Pitch
Netball Courts
Playing Fields
Rounders
Rugby Pitch
Sports Hall
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Tennis Court
Volleyball Court
Water Polo
Other Facilities:
3D Printer
Drama Studio
Dark Room
Kiln
Laser Cutter
Library
Music Studio
Recital Hall
Recording Studio
Theatre
Wellbeing Suite
Forest School
Podcast Studio

Contact Information

Address

Croydon High School, Old Farleigh Road, South Croydon, Greater London, CR2 8YB

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General Enquiries

020 8260 7500

Admissions

020 8260 7543