Southborough High School

URN: 102601 • Surbiton KT6 5AS

Overview

Name
Southborough High School
URN
102601
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Boys
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sunil Chotai (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Hook Road, Surbiton KT6 5AS

Summary

Southborough High School, located in Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, is a foundation secondary school for boys with a capacity of 915 students. The school emphasizes core values of respect, resilience, relationships, and responsibility, fostering a supportive environment where both staff and students collaborate effectively. Under the leadership of Headteacher Niall Smith, the school has made significant progress in recent years, highlighted by record GCSE results and a strong Progress 8 score.

The curriculum at Southborough is designed to inspire and motivate students, with a variety of extracurricular activities that enhance learning outside the classroom. Recent initiatives include educational trips, such as a cultural excursion to the French Opal Coast and fieldwork for geography students. The school also offers a robust Sixth Form, which has seen increased enrolment and improved exam results, preparing students for further education at prestigious universities.

Community engagement is a vital aspect of Southborough High School's ethos, with various charity and outreach programs that encourage social responsibility among students. The school actively supports students with special educational needs and provides a comprehensive transition process for new Year 7 students, ensuring a smooth integration into the school community.

Key details

LA
Kingston upon Thames
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
915
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2012-02-29
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 915
2024-09-11 915
2023-09-11 915
2022-09-11 915
2021-09-11 915
2020-09-11 915

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