The Holy Cross School

URN: 138459 • New Malden KT3 5AR

Overview

Name
The Holy Cross School
URN
138459
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE HOLY CROSS SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dervla McConn-Finch (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
Telephone
02083954225
Website
Visit
Address
25 Sandal Road, New Malden KT3 5AR

Summary

The Holy Cross School, located in New Malden, Kingston upon Thames, is a girls' secondary academy converter with a current enrolment of 988 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 827. Established in 1931, the school is rooted in Catholic values and aims to provide a supportive and nurturing environment for students to thrive academically and personally. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Learn Joyfully. Live Fully," reflecting a commitment to holistic education.

The curriculum at The Holy Cross School encompasses a wide range of subjects, including core areas such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside various non-core subjects like Art, History, and Physical Education. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering programmes in resilience, careers education, and health education to prepare students for future challenges.

In addition to academic support, The Holy Cross School prioritises pastoral care and inclusivity, with dedicated provisions for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school community is actively engaged in fostering a sense of belonging and encourages participation in extracurricular activities, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience for all students.

Key details

LA
Kingston upon Thames
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE HOLY CROSS SCHOOL
Capacity
827
Pupils
988
Boys
0
Girls
988
FSM %
11.50
Open date
2012-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 988 0 988 827 11.50
2024-09-11 969 0 969 827 10.40
2023-09-11 982 0 982 827 9.70
2022-09-11 982 0 982 827 9.70
2021-09-11 988 0 988 827 8.60
2020-09-11 981 0 981 827 7.90

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