The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 62.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018
- The school is at capacity (117% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
62.8
19.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
79%
37.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
68%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.05
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
92%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 235 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
1% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 124 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,631
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 11.3%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Richmond upon Thames
- Trust
- EVERY CHILD, EVERY DAY ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Christopher Rhodes (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Ham Street, Ham, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 7HN
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMeadlands Primary School
Primary · 554m away
Malden Oaks School and Tuition Service
Pupil referral unit · 807m away
The Russell Primary School
Primary · 818m away
The German School
Independent · 868m away
St Catherine's School
Independent · 1.4km away
The Tiffin Girls' School
Secondary · 1.6km away
Newland House School
Independent · 1.7km away
Seva Education Twickenham
Independent · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is Grey Court School a selective school?
No. Grey Court School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Grey Court School's Ofsted rating?
Grey Court School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Grey Court School?
Grey Court School currently has 1,631 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Grey Court School take?
Grey Court School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Grey Court School?
Grey Court School is in Richmond, TW10 7HN, in the Richmond upon Thames local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Grey Court School have a sixth form?
Yes, Grey Court School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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