Richard Challoner School

URN: 102606 • New Malden KT3 5PE

Overview

Name
Richard Challoner School
URN
102606
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Boys
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
T Cahill (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Manor Drive North, New Malden KT3 5PE

Summary

Richard Challoner School is a voluntary aided Catholic comprehensive school located in New Malden, Kingston upon Thames, catering primarily to boys aged 11-18, with co-educational options for the Sixth Form. Established in 1959, the school has a strong commitment to its Catholic ethos, fostering a community built on values of love, respect, and compassion. The school is currently oversubscribed, reflecting its reputation within the local Catholic community.

The curriculum emphasizes high academic standards, with notable achievements in both GCSE and A-Level results. The school has specialisms in Technology and Sports, providing students with a well-rounded educational experience. Richard Challoner School promotes individual responsibility and respect among students, encouraging them to reach their full potential through a supportive learning environment.

In addition to academic excellence, the school offers a range of extracurricular activities, particularly in sports, which contribute to students' personal development. The strong relationships between staff, students, and parents create a cohesive community that supports the holistic development of each student.

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Key details

LA
Kingston upon Thames
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
946
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2011-08-16
Last Ofsted
2007-06-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 946
2024-09-11 946
2023-09-11 946
2022-09-11 946
2021-09-11 946
2020-09-11 946

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