Richmond Park Academy
URN: 136208 • London SW14 8RG
Overview
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Whelan (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02088768891
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Park Avenue, London SW14 8RG
Summary
Richmond Park Academy (RPA) is a mixed secondary school located in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, serving approximately 1,039 students aged 11 to 18. The academy is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, prioritising strong relationships within the school community. RPA aims to empower students through a diverse curriculum that balances academic rigor with creative exploration, preparing them for both examinations and life beyond school.
The school consistently achieves high academic outcomes, ranking in the top 10% of schools in England. RPA places a strong emphasis on developing critical thinking skills and personal passions, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its PARKS values, which guide students in their academic and personal development.
Richmond Park Academy also offers a sixth form, where students can pursue A Levels and BTEC qualifications. With a focus on inclusivity and respect, RPA aims to equip students with the skills and attributes necessary for success in their future endeavours. For more information, visit their website at http://www.richmondparkacademy.org.
The school consistently achieves high academic outcomes, ranking in the top 10% of schools in England. RPA places a strong emphasis on developing critical thinking skills and personal passions, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its PARKS values, which guide students in their academic and personal development.
Richmond Park Academy also offers a sixth form, where students can pursue A Levels and BTEC qualifications. With a focus on inclusivity and respect, RPA aims to equip students with the skills and attributes necessary for success in their future endeavours. For more information, visit their website at http://www.richmondparkacademy.org.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- SEND Documents (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- Our Vision and Values (other)
- Principal's Welcome (other)
- Home (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies & Statutory Info (other)
- Lift Schools Data Protection Policy (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
Key details
- LA
- Richmond upon Thames
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- LIFT SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 1039
- Boys
- 535
- Girls
- 504
- FSM %
- 27.70
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1039 | 535 | 504 | 1100 | 27.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1011 | 540 | 471 | 1100 | 26.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 926 | 509 | 417 | 1100 | 20.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 926 | 509 | 417 | 1100 | 20.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 924 | 478 | 446 | 1100 | 18.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 880 | 461 | 419 | 1100 | 16.60 |
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