The Swedish School
URN: 102948 • London SW13 9JS
Overview
- Name
- The Swedish School
- URN
- 102948
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 59.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anette Elving Ferm (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02087411751
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 82 Lonsdale Road, London SW13 9JS
Summary
The Swedish School, located in Barnes, London, is an independent mixed school that serves 207 pupils, with a capacity for 330. The school operates under the Swedish curriculum, providing a unique educational experience that promotes curiosity and personal development. It caters to children aged 3-18, with a preschool for younger children and a gymnasium offering three college preparatory programmes: Economics, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences.
The school has consistently received the highest rating from Ofsted, achieving "Outstanding" for 13 consecutive years, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards. In addition, the school’s host family programme recently received an "Outstanding" rating, highlighting the supportive environment provided for exchange students.
The community at the Swedish School is vibrant, with strong engagement from students, parents, and staff. The school fosters an inclusive atmosphere where cultural exchange is valued, allowing students to explore both Swedish and British cultures. For families interested in applying, further information is available on their website.
The school has consistently received the highest rating from Ofsted, achieving "Outstanding" for 13 consecutive years, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards. In addition, the school’s host family programme recently received an "Outstanding" rating, highlighting the supportive environment provided for exchange students.
The community at the Swedish School is vibrant, with strong engagement from students, parents, and staff. The school fosters an inclusive atmosphere where cultural exchange is valued, allowing students to explore both Swedish and British cultures. For families interested in applying, further information is available on their website.
Useful links
- Läs Ofsteds rapport här (download)
- Läs Ofsteds rapport här (download)
- För- och grundskola (download)
- Gymnasiet (download)
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- Om SSL (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Richmond upon Thames
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 330
- Pupils
- 207
- Boys
- 85
- Girls
- 122
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1986-02-14
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 207 | 85 | 122 | 330 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 230 | 87 | 143 | 330 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 238 | 93 | 145 | 330 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 238 | 93 | 145 | 330 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 184 | 80 | 104 | 330 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 307 | 134 | 173 | 330 | 0.00 |
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