Early Day Motion·EDM 1158

60th anniversary of Ifield Community College in Crawley

10 November 20261 Signature

Primary sponsor

Peter Lamb

Labour — Crawley

Motion Text

That this House congratulates Ifield Community College in Crawley on celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2026; notes that the school was established in 1966 following the amalgamation of Ifield County Grammar School and Sarah Robinson Secondary Modern School to form Ifield Comprehensive School; recognises the school's proud history and its roots dating back to 1852, when Sarah Robinson established a school to provide education for local children; commends the dedication and hard work of generations of teachers, support staff, governors and students who have contributed to the school's success over the past six decades; celebrates the important role the college has played in educating, inspiring and supporting thousands of young people across Crawley, as well as its wider contribution to the local community; and wishes Ifield Community College, its staff, students and alumni every success for the next 60 years and beyond.