The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Nearly full.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 59.4 vs national 43.8)
- The school is nearly full at 93% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
59.4
15.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
74%
31.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
92%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.18
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 14 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
22% 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, 29 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 18 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 75 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,336
- Capacity
- 93%
- FSM
- 32.6%
Governance
- Local authority
- Kensington and Chelsea
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Head
- Dame Sally Coates
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Airlie Gardens, London, W8 7AF
Town setting
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend Holland Park School?
Holland Park School currently has 1,336 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Holland Park School take?
Holland Park School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Holland Park School?
Holland Park School is in London, W8 7AF, in the Kensington and Chelsea local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Holland Park School have a sixth form?
Yes, Holland Park School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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