Chestnut Grove Academy

URN: 136883 • London SW12 8JZ

Overview

Name
Chestnut Grove Academy
URN
136883
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WANDLE LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
C Kingsley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086738737
Website
Visit
Address
Chestnut Grove, London SW12 8JZ

Summary

Chestnut Grove Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Balham, London, serving students aged 11 to 19. As an academy converter and part of the Wandle Learning Trust, the school has maintained a 'good' rating from Ofsted since 2019. With a current enrolment of 1,321 pupils, it operates slightly above its capacity of 1,240, reflecting its popularity within the community.

The academy offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to foster academic achievement and personal growth. It features a well-regarded Sixth Form, providing a range of courses and support services to prepare students for further education and careers. The school emphasizes a creative learning environment, encouraging students to engage with their studies and participate in various extracurricular activities.

Chestnut Grove Academy is committed to inclusivity, with 27.2% of its students eligible for free school meals, highlighting its support for families from diverse backgrounds. The school actively promotes community involvement through events and trips, such as the Year 7 Isle of Wight trip and Culture & Communities Week, fostering a strong sense of belonging among students.

Key details

LA
Wandsworth
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
WANDLE LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1240
Pupils
1321
Boys
678
Girls
643
FSM %
27.20
Open date
2011-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1321 678 643 1240 27.20
2024-09-11 1320 689 631 1240 27.40
2023-09-11 1196 638 558 1100 18.40
2022-09-11 1196 638 558 1100 18.40
2021-09-11 1156 606 550 1100 17.90
2020-09-11 1118 591 527 1100 13.90

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