Chessington School

URN: 102599 • Chessington KT9 2JS

Overview

Name
Chessington School
URN
102599
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ashraf Ali (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Garrison Lane, Chessington KT9 2JS

Summary

Chessington School is a mixed secondary community school located in Chessington, Kingston upon Thames, with a current enrolment of 490 students and a capacity of 750. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where students feel happy and safe, supported by high-quality pastoral care. The dedicated staff are committed to helping each student reach their full potential through a broad and ambitious curriculum, which is designed to cater to diverse learning needs.

The school operates for 32.5 hours a week, offering a range of extracurricular activities that extend beyond traditional lessons, fostering personal development and critical thinking. Chessington School emphasizes the importance of academic success, employing rigorous monitoring and support to help students achieve their goals, regardless of their prior learning experiences.

Community involvement is a key aspect of Chessington School's ethos. The school values student voice and encourages participation in decision-making processes through a student-run School Council. This inclusive approach ensures that every student feels valued and contributes to the school's development, reinforcing its commitment to being a central part of the local community.

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Key details

LA
Kingston upon Thames
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
750
Pupils
490
Boys
258
Girls
232
FSM %
22.20
Open date
Close date
2021-03-31
Last Ofsted
2018-05-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 490 258 232 750 22.20
2024-09-11 490 258 232 750 22.20
2023-09-11 490 258 232 750 22.20
2022-09-11 490 258 232 750 22.20
2021-09-11 490 258 232 750 22.20
2020-09-11 445 227 218 750 16.30

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