Croydon Council will be handed a share of £100m in Government money to revamp secondary schools in the borough, it was announced today.

The joint bid with Kingston was one of 10 new projects given the go-ahead as part of the Building Schools for the Future programme, which will see work begin on schools in early 2010.

Croydon Council has been attempting to secure funds since announcing it would be applying in June last year.

Plans included three new academies and sponsors have been announced for Ashburton Community School, Selsdon High School and Haling Manor.

The borough’s primary schools are also to receive a boost after being given more than £12m to cope with rising pupil numbers.

There are due to be two London Challenge Trust schools at Addington High School and Westwood Language College.

Most schools will gain a sixth form and there will be special education provided for children with learning difficulties.

Many schools are due to receive brand new buildings and facilities depending on their needs.

Tim Byles, Chief Executive of Partnerships for Schools, said: “With over 110,000 pupils already benefitting BSF investment, I am pleased that young people in Kingston and Croydon will be amongst this growing number as the local authority begins its BSF journey.

“As well as delivering the new schools facilities that teachers and pupils deserve to every community, BSF will also help safeguard tens of thousands of jobs on the ground in the construction and related industries.

“Teachers, parents and pupils in the 129 schools already open throughout England bear witness to the positive difference that BSF is making in their local community. Building on the work already done, we will work in partnership with these new authorities to ensure that this experience and impact is replicated across the country.

“We look forward to working with the Kingston and Croydon team to help deliver schools fit for the 21st century.”