Eltham College

URN: 101693 • London SE9 4QF

Overview

Name
Eltham College
URN
101693
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Free Church
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Guy R Sanderson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02088571455
Website
Visit
Address
Grove Park Road, London SE9 4QF

Summary

Eltham College is a co-educational independent school located in London, catering to students aged 7-18. Established in 1842, the school has evolved from its origins as a boarding institution for the sons of missionaries to a diverse community of over 1,000 pupils. The college emphasizes academic excellence, as evidenced by strong A Level and GCSE results, while also offering a wide range of co-curricular activities, including sports, music, drama, and art.

The school is committed to providing exceptional pastoral care, ensuring that each student feels supported and valued throughout their educational journey. Eltham College fosters a strong sense of community, drawing students from various areas such as Bromley, Chislehurst, and Greenwich, and has recently expanded its reach to include students from London Docklands and the City of London.

In addition to its rigorous academic curriculum, Eltham College aims to prepare students for success in higher education, with many progressing to prestigious universities. The school’s facilities, including a sports centre, library, and performing arts centre, support a well-rounded education that nurtures individual talents and interests.

Key details

LA
Bromley
Age range
7 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1100
Pupils
1075
Boys
697
Girls
378
FSM %
Open date
1980-09-30
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1075 697 378 1100
2024-09-11 1041 719 322 1100
2023-09-11 1033 837 196 1100 0.00
2022-09-11 1033 837 196 1100 0.00
2021-09-11 1020 880 140 1100
2020-09-11 910 870 40 950

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