Chessington School
Chessington School is a secondary located in Kingston upon Thames, KT9 2JS. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 677 pupils on roll.
Chessington School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Kingston upon Thames
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 750
Number of Pupils: 677
Number of Boys: 365
Number of Girls: 312
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 27.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-24
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: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-04-24
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Wilson
Phone: 02089741156
Website: http://chessington.kingston.sch.uk/
Location: Garrison Lane
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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 Chessington School
What is the Ofsted rating of Chessington School?
Chessington School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Chessington School admit?
Chessington School admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Chessington School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Chessington School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Chessington School?
Chessington School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Chessington School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Chessington School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Chessington School?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Chessington School in Kingston upon Thames. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
