Summer half-term: A message from the Head

It has been wonderful to see Croydon High School bathed in sunlight and alive with the laughter of the pupils over the course of the last half term. As spring seems to have properly sprung and even summer is peeking around the corner, we are seeing the campus at its very best. Our green space is a luxury we do not take for granted and one which adds so much value to the experience our pupils have on a daily basis. And whilst this obviously true, it is also interesting to think about this the other way around – the value our vibrant community adds to our campus both now and over the previous decades.

Since I joined Croydon High, I have been amazed at the support, kindness and connectedness of our community. Croydon High has a soul which seems to have been etched on us over the past 149 years. It runs deep and the pride both our current pupil body and our Ivy Link alumnae network feel seems to be incredibly similar. During our Coronation assembly, we showed our pupils the Heads of Croydon High who have led the school since 1874. Twelve Heads have led Croydon High under seven monarchs and in this time so much has happened: there have been two world wars, the first buses were on the roads and the first aeroplanes took to the sky as well as the establishment of the NHS and the BBC.

Croydon High moved from Wellesley Road in 1966, to its current home in Selsdon and the site has developed and expanded over this time. The school has seen a lot of change over its 149 years but it is the soul of Croydon High, reflected in the pupils, staff, parents and friends who have crossed the threshold over this time, that remains constant. Each member of our community has made an impact and has added their piece to the intricate puzzle that makes up our fantastic community and history.

So, much as I feel very fortunate to be able to enjoy our beautiful site every day, it is that connected spirit of our community, past and present, that makes us who we are. It makes us unique and I am incredibly proud to see this around me on a daily basis.

As we head into the final half term of the academic year, I hope you are all able to take a moment to remember how much you all add to Croydon High School, each and every day, and the important part you are playing in our story.

Ms Annabel Davies 
Head