The short version
Below-average GCSE results. At capacity.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 15.2 vs national 43.8)
- The school is at capacity (99% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
15.2
28.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
100% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 75
- Capacity
- 99%
Governance
- Local authority
- Kingston upon Thames
- Head
- Mrs Philippa Rich (Headmistress)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Kingston Hill, Kingston upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7LN
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHoly Cross Preparatory School
Independent · 664m away
Rokeby School
Independent · 795m away
Marymount International School
Independent · 865m away
Park Hill School
Independent · 946m away
St Paul's CofE Primary School, Kingston Hill
Primary · 1.0km away
Alexandra Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Coombe Hill Junior School
Primary · 1.2km away
Coombe Hill Infant School
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend Canbury School?
Canbury School currently has 75 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Canbury School take?
Canbury School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Canbury School?
Canbury School is in Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7LN, in the Kingston upon Thames local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Canbury School have a sixth form?
Yes, Canbury School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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