Kew College
URN: 102940 • Richmond TW9 3HQ
Overview
- Name
- Kew College
- URN
- 102940
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jane Bond (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02089402039
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 24-26 Cumberland Road, Richmond TW9 3HQ
Summary
Kew College is an independent co-educational prep school located in Richmond upon Thames, catering to children aged 3-11. With a current enrolment of 272 pupils and a capacity of 320, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing environment that fosters both academic excellence and personal growth. The small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratio enable teachers to offer tailored support, ensuring each child can reach their full potential.
The school boasts a strong track record of successful transitions to top senior schools in London and the South East, with many pupils receiving offers and scholarships from prestigious institutions. Kew College emphasizes a well-rounded education, integrating a robust pastoral curriculum that prioritises the emotional and social development of its students.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of Kew College, with active participation from parents and governors enhancing the school's ethos. Regular open mornings and tours allow prospective families to experience the school's welcoming atmosphere and dedicated staff.
The school boasts a strong track record of successful transitions to top senior schools in London and the South East, with many pupils receiving offers and scholarships from prestigious institutions. Kew College emphasizes a well-rounded education, integrating a robust pastoral curriculum that prioritises the emotional and social development of its students.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of Kew College, with active participation from parents and governors enhancing the school's ethos. Regular open mornings and tours allow prospective families to experience the school's welcoming atmosphere and dedicated staff.
Useful links
- Staff and Governors (governance)
- Vacancies (governance)
- Entry to top senior schools Our children consistently achieve places and scholarships at top senior schools in London and the South East, including St Paul’s, Westminster, St Paul’s Girls’, Kings Col (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Strathmore School (60.2)
- The German School (55.0)
- King's House School (42.7)
- Unicorn School (38.2)
- Assumption School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Richmond upon Thames
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 320
- Pupils
- 272
- Boys
- 132
- Girls
- 140
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1957-10-25
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 272 | 132 | 140 | 320 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 267 | 126 | 141 | 320 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 276 | 134 | 142 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 276 | 134 | 142 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 292 | 137 | 155 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 293 | 129 | 164 | 320 | 0.00 |
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