WhitGift School

Whitgift is Independent Boys’ School of the Year 2020

Oxbridge entrants in 2020

Our Sixth Formers are supported in their further study or work aspirations by a dedicated team who provide expertise, tailored advice and guidance.

GCSE and IGCSE grades achieved 7/8/9 (A*-A)

In 2019, almost a third of grades were awarded the highest level of 9.

Wings of Hope Awards

For the last 2 consecutive years, Whitgift Sixth Formers have won the Wings of Hope award.

The start of the legacy

In this year John Whitgift, Archbishop of Canterbury  (1583 to 1604) set about making his vision to educate the young people of Croydon a reality. Little did he know his founding principles would still live on in today's Whitgift.

Hours of student volunteering for charity in 2019-20

"Whitgift aims to make a significant difference to the lives of those in Croydon and the wider area, through education, community action and encouraging the value of service for all our students."

Co-curricular activities on offer

Whitgift has a vibrant and diverse co-curricular programme ranging from Apiarian Society to Warhammer club.

Nations represented by our 112 onsite boarders

Whitgift is proud of the wide and varied talents of each  pupil and aim to create an inclusive environment in which all interests and pursuits are nurtured, every culture welcomed and where enduring friendships are built.

Points on average scored out of 45 by our IB students in 2020

Over half of students achieved 40+ points, a feat typically achieved by only the top 10% of students worldwide.