PRENDERGAST - LADYWELL FIELDS COLLEGE in Greater London, Lewisham

Education Centre Information: Prendergast - Ladywell Fields College:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Lewisham
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 828
Number of boys: 419
Number of girls: 409
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Crofton School is a comprehensive co-educational community secondary school. This school provides students with a clear moral framework, which supports the development of self-esteem and respect for others. Crofton School recognises that education is a crucial life chance and therefore provides a stimulating learning environment of challenge and high expectation. This school recognises the importance of each individual achieving their maximum potential in the form of national qualifications. The school has a well-equipped music suite and boasts a music technology room that allows students to combine and develop both their music and ICT skills. Students take part in many organised activities outside of lessons. These include sports, drama and music. There are several computer clubs. Opportunities also exist for students to continue their work in a subject after school. The school has embarked upon setting up the Young people's Challenge, which prepares younger students to take part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. Crofton School provides a high quality education, which promotes high standards of achievement and equal opportunity for every student.