The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 81% capacity. Rated Inadequate by Ofsted (2013).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 10.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2013
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
10.6
33.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
D+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.23
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
24% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–20
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 100
- Capacity
- 81%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Westminster
- Head
- Dr Benjamin Moore (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksAdditional inspection
9 official reports linked on this page, including 8 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Additional inspection
October 2015 | Inspection
Monitoring inspection
February 2015 | Inspection
Monitoring inspection
May 2014 | Inspection
Monitoring inspection
January 2014 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Inadequate
October 2013 | Inspection
Monitoring inspection
March 2011 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Satisfactory
September 2010 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Satisfactory
May 2007 | Inspection
Location
2j Kilburn Lane, London, W10 4AA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmNotting Hill Prep School
Independent · 1.4km away
Thomas Jones Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Kensington Aldridge Academy
Secondary · 1.6km away
Ormiston Latimer Academy
Academy · 1.6km away
Catch22 Include London
Independent · 1.7km away
Colville Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Ark Bentworth Primary Academy
Primary · 1.9km away
Questions parents ask
Is Bales College a selective school?
No. Bales College is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Bales College's Ofsted rating?
Bales College was rated Inadequate at its most recent inspection in June 2016. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Bales College?
Bales College currently has 100 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Bales College take?
Bales College caters for pupils aged 11 to 20.
Where is Bales College?
Bales College is in London, W10 4AA, in the Westminster local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Bales College have a sixth form?
Yes, Bales College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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