100 years of secondary education at Woodroffe School

It has played an integral role in shaping the minds of generations of students since the 1923-1924 academic year.

Over the past century, The Woodroffe School evolved from a boarding school to a grammar and then a comprehensive, today, it stands as a thriving community school.

The significant milestone will be marked by a Gatsby event hosted by the Woodroffe Parents, Teachers, and Friends Association (PTFA) at the Marine Theatre.

It's expected that this historically significant anniversary will attract alumni from all generations.

Headteacher Dan Watts expressed his gratitude towards the unwavering support of the PTFA and the opportunities they're providing for them to celebrate this occasion.

He said: "We are very grateful for the ongoing support provided by the PTFA and are delighted that they are providing opportunities for the community to celebrate 100 years of secondary education within Lyme Regis.

"100 years is a significant amount of time, and it is right that this period is marked.

"During this time, the school, community, and wider world has experienced significant change, however, as a school, we have remained resolute in our core purpose of providing an excellent education for the young people in our care.

"The celebrations, provide the opportunity for the milestones and achievements of students past and present to be recognised and we look forward to sharing their stories."

Current and former students, staff, parents and community members are all invited to join in the centenary celebrations.

The school hopes the event will foster a sense of pride, unity, and belonging among all who have been part of its remarkable journey.

Tickets for the Gatsby event can be found on the Marine Theatre website.