The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 81% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 4.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
4.3
39.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
10%
32.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.38
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
26% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 13–21
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 243
- Capacity
- 81%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kensington and Chelsea
- Head
- Mr Michael Kirby (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
17 Old Court Place, Kensington, London, W8 4PL
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmCollingham
Independent · 1.2km away
Wetherby School, Kensington
Independent · 1.2km away
Falkner House
Independent · 1.4km away
Bousfield Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Gibbs Green School
Special school · 1.7km away
Avonmore Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Servite RC Primary School
Primary · 2.0km away
Questions parents ask
Is Ashbourne College a selective school?
No. Ashbourne College is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Ashbourne College's Ofsted rating?
Ashbourne College was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Ashbourne College?
Ashbourne College currently has 243 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ashbourne College take?
Ashbourne College caters for pupils aged 13 to 21.
Where is Ashbourne College?
Ashbourne College is in London, W8 4PL, in the Kensington and Chelsea local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ashbourne College have a sixth form?
Yes, Ashbourne College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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