Chestnut Grove Academy
Chestnut Grove Academy is a secondary located in Wandsworth, SW12 8JZ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 19. It currently has approximately 1,320 pupils on roll.
Chestnut Grove Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 19
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Wandsworth
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1240
Number of Pupils: 1320
Number of Boys: 689
Number of Girls: 631
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 27.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-30
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Outstanding
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2019-03-04
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Kingsley
Phone: 02086738737
Website: https://www.chestnutgrove.org.uk/
Location: Chestnut Grove, Balham, 45 Chestnut Grove
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chestnut Grove Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Chestnut Grove Academy?
Chestnut Grove Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Chestnut Grove Academy admit?
Chestnut Grove Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 19.
Is Chestnut Grove Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Chestnut Grove Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Chestnut Grove Academy?
Chestnut Grove Academy is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Chestnut Grove Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Chestnut Grove Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Chestnut Grove Academy?
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