Royal College of Art
URN: 133889 • London SW7 2EU
Overview
- Name
- Royal College of Art
- URN
- 133889
- Type
- Higher education institutions
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 43.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Thompson (since 2025) , Vice-Chancellor
- Telephone
- 02075904444
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kensington Gore, London SW7 2EU
Summary
The Royal College of Art (RCA), located in Kensington and Chelsea, London, is a prestigious higher education institution renowned for its focus on art and design. It offers a range of degree programmes and short courses aimed at fostering creativity and innovation among students. The RCA has consistently ranked as the top institution globally for Art & Design for over a decade, reflecting its commitment to excellence in education.
The college provides a supportive environment for students, with resources designed to enhance their creative journeys. New students can access onboarding materials and guidance to help them integrate into the RCA community. Alumni stories highlight the diverse paths graduates take, showcasing the impact of their education on their careers in various fields, from design to social justice.
The RCA also engages in partnerships with leading organisations, facilitating real-world projects that enrich the curriculum. Initiatives such as the IFF Prize and the annual Eyewear Design Competition provide students with opportunities to apply their skills in practical settings, further preparing them for successful careers in the creative industries.
The college provides a supportive environment for students, with resources designed to enhance their creative journeys. New students can access onboarding materials and guidance to help them integrate into the RCA community. Alumni stories highlight the diverse paths graduates take, showcasing the impact of their education on their careers in various fields, from design to social justice.
The RCA also engages in partnerships with leading organisations, facilitating real-world projects that enrich the curriculum. Initiatives such as the IFF Prize and the annual Eyewear Design Competition provide students with opportunities to apply their skills in practical settings, further preparing them for successful careers in the creative industries.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- News and events (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- Media centre (calendar)
- News (calendar)
- News Royal College of Art announces ambitious plans for the renewal of its Kensington site 9 October 2025 (calendar)
- RCA images (calendar)
- Podcasts (calendar)
- Open events (calendar)
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- 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
- Kensington and Chelsea
- Age range
- -
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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