Graveney School

URN: 137005 • London SW17 9BU

Overview

Name
Graveney School
URN
137005
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GRAVENEY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
82.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Cynthia Rickman (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02086827000
Website
Visit
Address
Welham Road, London SW17 9BU

Summary

Graveney School is a mixed secondary academy located in Tooting, London, with a current enrolment of 2,343 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 2,160. The school has a strong academic reputation, evidenced by its recent GCSE results, where 89% of students achieved a grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics, and 52% received grades of 7 or above. A-Level results are equally impressive, with an A*-C pass rate of 82% and a significant number of students gaining admission to prestigious universities, including Oxford and Cambridge.

The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, reflecting the rich diversity of the community it serves, with 60 different languages spoken at home. Graveney’s ethos centres on strong relationships among students and staff, contributing to a positive atmosphere conducive to learning. The curriculum is broad, offering a wide range of subjects, and the school is equipped with modern facilities, including a recently built award-winning building that features an observatory for astronomy students.

Graveney School is committed to academic excellence while promoting a sense of belonging and community among its diverse student body. The dedicated staff, all qualified in their respective subjects, play a crucial role in supporting students' educational journeys, ensuring that each individual can thrive in a safe and nurturing environment.

Key details

LA
Wandsworth
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
GRAVENEY TRUST
Capacity
2160
Pupils
2343
Boys
1198
Girls
1145
FSM %
17.10
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 2343 1198 1145 2160 17.10
2024-09-11 2275 1168 1107 2160 15.80
2023-09-11 2213 1110 1103 2160 14.00
2022-09-11 2213 1110 1103 2160 14.00
2021-09-11 2259 1122 1137 2160 12.70
2020-09-11 2152 1074 1078 2160 9.30

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