Ashbourne College

URN: 100537 • London W8 4PL

Overview

Name
Ashbourne College
URN
100537
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
64.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Kirby (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02079373858
Website
Visit
Address
17 Old Court Place, London W8 4PL

Summary

Ashbourne College is an independent sixth form college located in Kensington, London, established in 1981. The college caters to a mixed-gender student body of 243 pupils, with a capacity for 300. It offers a broad range of A-level subjects and GCSEs, emphasising personalised education through small class sizes, typically fewer than 10 students. This approach allows for tailored support and encourages independent learning, critical thinking, and academic ambition.

The college boasts impressive academic results, with 52% of A-level entries achieving A* or A grades in 2024-2025, and over 60% of students progressing to Russell Group universities. Ashbourne provides extensive support through weekly Personal Tutor sessions, subject-specific clinics, and guidance on university applications, fostering a strong sense of community and student welfare.

Situated near Hyde Park and various cultural attractions, Ashbourne College creates a vibrant learning environment enriched by a diverse student body from around 50 nationalities. The college encourages participation in extracurricular activities, promoting personal growth and social connections among students.

Key details

LA
Kensington and Chelsea
Age range
13 - 21
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
300
Pupils
243
Boys
126
Girls
117
FSM %
Open date
1985-03-05
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 243 126 117 300
2024-09-11 271 154 117 300
2023-09-11 227 115 112 300 0.00
2022-09-11 227 115 112 300 0.00
2021-09-11 255 118 137 300 0.00
2020-09-11 284 128 156 300 0.00

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