Tennis Avenue School
URN: 147908 • Surrey KT3 6AU
Overview
- Name
- Tennis Avenue School
- URN
- 147908
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 43.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ilge Alpay (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02089427583
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Manor Park, Surrey KT3 6AU
Summary
Tennis Avenue School, located in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, is an independent mixed school catering to 25 students, with a capacity of 40. The school uniquely combines elite academic education with world-class tennis training, making it the only tennis academy in the UK registered as an independent school. It is a non-selective institution that embraces a diverse range of learning profiles, ensuring inclusivity while achieving exceptional academic outcomes. In 2025, 78% of GCSE grades were at 9–7, significantly above the independent school average.
The curriculum is meticulously designed to support the needs of elite tennis players, integrating over three hours of training daily alongside a rigorous academic structure. Students have opportunities to travel for international tournaments, including a month-long trip to Florida for competitions. This approach allows students to pursue their tennis aspirations while receiving a solid education, preparing them for both athletic and academic success.
Tennis Avenue School prides itself on its strong community ethos, fostering personal growth and resilience among its students. With a dedicated coaching team and a track record of producing successful athletes, the school aims to develop champions both on and off the court.
The curriculum is meticulously designed to support the needs of elite tennis players, integrating over three hours of training daily alongside a rigorous academic structure. Students have opportunities to travel for international tournaments, including a month-long trip to Florida for competitions. This approach allows students to pursue their tennis aspirations while receiving a solid education, preparing them for both athletic and academic success.
Tennis Avenue School prides itself on its strong community ethos, fostering personal growth and resilience among its students. With a dedicated coaching team and a track record of producing successful athletes, the school aims to develop champions both on and off the court.
Useful links
- Teta Thuku-Benzinge (other)
- Independent Schools Association (other)
- Independent Schools Inspectorate (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Blossom House School (67.2)
- Jigsaw CABAS School (64.2)
- Merrywood House Independent Special School (59.6)
- Cobham Montessori School (53.9)
- Elysian, Shamley Green (48.2)
Key details
- LA
- Kingston upon Thames
- Age range
- 8 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 40
- Pupils
- 25
- Boys
- 13
- Girls
- 12
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2020-11-04
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-02-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 25 | 13 | 12 | 40 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 40 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 13 | 9 | 4 | 40 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 13 | 9 | 4 | 40 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 17 | 12 | 5 | 40 |
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