Rutlish School
URN: 102679 • London SW20 9AD
Overview
- Name
- Rutlish School
- URN
- 102679
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 79.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Howarth (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02085421212
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Watery Lane, London SW20 9AD
Summary
Rutlish School is a voluntary controlled secondary school for boys located in Wimbledon, London, with a current enrolment of 1,491 pupils and a capacity of 1,500. The school has a proud history of over 100 years of education and is committed to providing a high-quality, inclusive learning environment that respects diversity and promotes personal development. The school’s ethos revolves around achieving "REAL success," which encompasses respect, equality, aspiration, and learning.
The curriculum at Rutlish is broad and balanced, designed to cater to the needs and interests of all students. In addition to academic excellence, the school places a strong emphasis on enrichment and extracurricular activities, encouraging students to engage in various pursuits beyond the classroom. The school also offers a joint sixth form with Ricards Lodge, providing further educational opportunities for older students.
Rutlish School fosters a supportive community, with a dedicated Parent Teacher Association (PTA) that encourages parental involvement and fundraising initiatives. The school prioritises student well-being and aims to develop responsible, confident young adults ready to pursue their chosen career paths.
The curriculum at Rutlish is broad and balanced, designed to cater to the needs and interests of all students. In addition to academic excellence, the school places a strong emphasis on enrichment and extracurricular activities, encouraging students to engage in various pursuits beyond the classroom. The school also offers a joint sixth form with Ricards Lodge, providing further educational opportunities for older students.
Rutlish School fosters a supportive community, with a dedicated Parent Teacher Association (PTA) that encourages parental involvement and fundraising initiatives. The school prioritises student well-being and aims to develop responsible, confident young adults ready to pursue their chosen career paths.
Useful links
- Rutlish App (other)
- Rutlish 365 (other)
- RR6 Prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Merton
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1500
- Pupils
- 1491
- Boys
- 1491
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 22.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-04-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1491 | 1491 | 0 | 1500 | 22.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1477 | 1477 | 0 | 1500 | 20.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1434 | 1434 | 0 | 1500 | 17.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1434 | 1434 | 0 | 1500 | 17.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1400 | 1400 | 0 | 1491 | 16.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1349 | 1349 | 0 | 1491 | 11.80 |
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