The Kingston Academy
URN: 141862 • Kingston upon Thames KT2 5PE
Overview
- Name
- The Kingston Academy
- URN
- 141862
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- KINGSTON EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 73.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sophie Cavanagh (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02084656200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames KT2 5PE
Summary
The Kingston Academy, located in Kingston upon Thames, is a mixed secondary free school with a current enrolment of 1,178 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 1,188. Established by the Kingston Educational Trust, the school prides itself on being fully inclusive and aims to serve the local community effectively. It has been recognized as one of the top non-selective state schools in England, achieving results in the top 0.5% nationwide.
The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, fostering a supportive environment that promotes both academic success and personal well-being. Recent accolades include being listed among the Top 50 Happiest Schools in the UK, reflecting its commitment to student happiness and mental health. The curriculum is designed to encourage ambition and character development, with various extracurricular activities available, including sports, arts, and community events.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through events such as open mornings and workshops, which aim to strengthen the partnership between home and school. The Kingston Academy continues to focus on nurturing positive relationships within its community, ensuring that every student feels a sense of belonging.
The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, fostering a supportive environment that promotes both academic success and personal well-being. Recent accolades include being listed among the Top 50 Happiest Schools in the UK, reflecting its commitment to student happiness and mental health. The curriculum is designed to encourage ambition and character development, with various extracurricular activities available, including sports, arts, and community events.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through events such as open mornings and workshops, which aim to strengthen the partnership between home and school. The Kingston Academy continues to focus on nurturing positive relationships within its community, ensuring that every student feels a sense of belonging.
Useful links
- Arbor Parent Portal (other)
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- Kingston Educational Trust (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- The Tiffin Girls' School (77.7)
- The Tiffin Girls' School (70.2)
- Tiffin School (70.2)
- Tiffin School (67.5)
Key details
- LA
- Kingston upon Thames
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- KINGSTON EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Capacity
- 1188
- Pupils
- 1178
- Boys
- 648
- Girls
- 530
- FSM %
- 12.80
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1178 | 648 | 530 | 1188 | 12.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1168 | 659 | 509 | 1188 | 13.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1169 | 692 | 477 | 1180 | 13.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1169 | 692 | 477 | 1180 | 13.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1035 | 621 | 414 | 1180 | 12.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 901 | 542 | 359 | 1180 | 11.00 |
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