Warden Park in the 1950s

A gallery of images from our archives
By Gill Charles

Here is a small selection of images from the time the school opened in 1956. At this time it was called Cuckfield County Secondary School. If you wish to make an appointment to come and look at the archives, please contact Gill Charles, Head of Learning Resources, either by telephoning 01444 457881 or email: lrc@wardenpark.co.uk .

Photo:The first page in the school log book, written by Mr Capelin who was the first Head Teacher.
Photo:The official invitation ot the opening of the school. The students had already arrived at the school the previous September.
Photo:The opening ceremony. Mr B Godman Irvine, the local MP, officially opened the school and was presented with a table lamp.
Photo:The original school building
Photo:An early staff photo.
Photo:1957 Netball team
Photo:1958-9 Football team
Photo:1958: Toad of Toad Hall - one of the first school productions.
This gallery was added by Gill Charles on 12/07/2006.