The Riddlesdown Read

Back in September, when the show was months away and my free periods consisted of rehearsing my part, the excitement for the production was just as acute as it was at the performance itself, with almost two hundred auditioning, all in anticipation over what part they would get, and as the orchestra took its first […]

The results of the recent UK Intermediate Maths Challenge are back and Riddlesdown students performed remarkably well, with lead teacher Mr Manuwa describing the results as “excellent!” The UK Maths Trust has recognised their achievements and awarded 36 bronze, 19 silver and 2 gold certificates. Special congratulations to Leo (11HJH) for being recognised as a […]

A group of our Year 10 students took part in the Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge. The workshops provided specialist communication skills training to young people, by Speakers Trust trainers. The aim was to build confidence and create a platform for young people to share their stories and ideas to empower themselves and one another. […]

Safeguarding is an important part of our school culture. We work with our families, our colleagues and partners at Croydon council, social services, the police, and charities to ensure our students stay safe. One issue we would like families to be aware of is the use of mobile phones as students travel to and from […]

Congratulations to all students who completed their Ju-Jitsu grading this week. Over 50 students from Years 7-13 were graded and with some ex-students coming back to support. Sensei Patrick was very proud and praised the students for their attitude, commitment, and dedication. Patrick has done a fantastic job working with our students and Ju-Jitsu is […]

Congratulations to Year 7 student Gabriel who signed a 2-year contract with Premier League team West Ham United. Gabriel had been on trial with West Ham and his hard-work, commitment and dedication has finally paid off. Good luck for the rest of the season Gabriel and we look forward to sharing your successes in the […]

Three Riddlesdown football teams are still in this seasons English Schools National Cups after a fantastic run of performances, making it one of our most successful football years to date. The Under 12 and Under 13 girls football teams have had a superb season so far and both remain undefeated in all competitions. The Under […]

We held a wellbeing week at Riddlesdown Collegiate the week before February half term. Students discussed issues relating to mental health and wellbeing and also the importance of being able to express yourself. On the final day before half term, students were able to wear a top that enabled them to express themselves. There were […]

To immerse students and consolidate their learning, Year 7 students visited Battle Abbey in Hastings. Despite the wet and windy conditions, the students had a wonderful day exploring the abbey and touring the battlefield. The Excellence team used this opportunity to extend students’ knowledge of this important period of English History and to develop understanding […]

We are really pleased to have restarted our Year 8 Conservation activities on Riddlesdown Downs with Matthew, the Site Ranger. Our students have the opportunity to spend a day working with the Site Ranger on their local National Nature Reserve doing all sorts to maintain and promote the biodiversity of this unique habitat. The first […]

Outside of the wonderful successes our students have had so far this year with their contributions to sport, the arts and other wider enrichment activities, students continue to set really high standards of success in their approach to learning. Each week we recognise and celebrate students who have received 5 or more Achievement Points across […]

Meet our very own Collegiate medical detection dog! Jake is Mrs Surbey’s diabetes alert dog and works in our Student Support office with her every day. Jake has become a very important part of Student Support and Mrs Surbey would not be able to carry out her normal daily activities without Jake. Students who are […]