Whispers of academic excellence echo through these halls. This is Sutton Grammar School. It is more than just a school. It is a place steeped in history and tradition. Founded in 1899 Sutton Grammar School has been a pillar of education in South London for well over a century.
Let’s take a closer look at Sutton Grammar School. The school’s original name was Sutton County Grammar School. It was also called Sutton Manor School. The main building opened in 1928 on Manor Lane. It stands directly opposite Manor Park.
Sutton Grammar School’s motto is “Floreat Suttona”. This Latin phrase means “May Sutton Flourish.” In 1954 “Keep Faith” was adopted as a new motto. “Floreat Suttona” is still used occasionally.
Since 2011 Sutton Grammar School has been an academy. While it remains a selective grammar school for boys it began accepting girls into the sixth form in 2017. The school is divided into three sections. These are the Lower School, the Upper School and the Sixth Form. Each has its own dress code. Lower School students wear a maroon blazer. Upper School students wear a black blazer. Sixth Form students wear a lounge suit.
Sutton Grammar School consistently ranks among the top schools in England. In 2015 it placed 13th in academic league tables. This put it in the top 0.05%. The school frequently appears in The Sunday Times’ list of best secondary schools in London.
Sutton Grammar School is known for sending a high percentage of students to Oxbridge. Over 11% of sixth-formers secured places at Oxford or Cambridge in 2016. The school excels in science technology engineering and mathematics. In 2017 it ranked 12th in the country for STEM subjects.
One notable pupil Krtin Nithiyanandam gained international recognition. At 15 he developed a test for Alzheimer’s disease. He later discovered a way to make triple-negative breast cancer more treatable. He conducted this research in the school’s laboratories.
Upon joining Sutton Grammar School boys are assigned to one of five houses. These houses are Manor Warwick Greyhound Lenham and Throwley. The houses compete in various events throughout the year. These events include sports academics and the arts.
The Combined Cadet Force at Sutton Grammar School has a long history. It was established in 1915. Boys from the CCF have served in numerous campaigns and wars. The World War I memorial in the main building lists 81 names. A World War II memorial at the Walch Memorial Playing Fields commemorates over 100 former pupils.
Sutton Grammar School offers a range of extracurricular activities. These include sports societies and clubs. The school has a tradition of providing ball boys for the Wimbledon tennis championships.
Old Suttonians are former pupils of Sutton Grammar School. The Old Suttonians Association was founded in 1906. It maintains connections among alumni. The school also has links to Freemasonry. The Athene Lodge meets at Sutton Masonic Hall.
Sutton Grammar School stands as a testament to academic rigor and tradition. From its historic buildings to its accomplished alumni the school has left an indelible mark. Its commitment to fostering excellence continues to shape future generations. The school’s story is one of enduring legacy.