The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 54.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
- The school is at capacity (107% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
54.0
10.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
62%
19.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
32%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.22
Band 2Source: 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
88%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
87%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
6%
Based on 180 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 16 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
24% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
4% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 12 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 8 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 152 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,224
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 57.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kensington and Chelsea
- Trust
- KENSINGTON ALDRIDGE ACADEMY
- Head
- Ms Anna Jordan
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
1 Silchester Road, London, W10 6EX
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWetherby Pembridge
Independent · 2.0km away
Ecole Fran�aise de Londres Jacques Pr�vert
Independent · 2.0km away
Bute House Preparatory School for Girls
Independent · 2.1km away
Larmenier & Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Primary · 2.1km away
Kensington Primary Academy
Primary · 2.1km away
St Paul's Girls' School
Independent · 2.1km away
St James Senior Girls' School
Independent · 2.2km away
St James Preparatory School
Independent · 2.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Kensington Aldridge Academy a selective school?
No. Kensington Aldridge Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Kensington Aldridge Academy's Ofsted rating?
Kensington Aldridge Academy was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Kensington Aldridge Academy?
Kensington Aldridge Academy currently has 1,224 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Kensington Aldridge Academy take?
Kensington Aldridge Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Kensington Aldridge Academy?
Kensington Aldridge Academy is in London, W10 6EX, in the Kensington and Chelsea local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Kensington Aldridge Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Kensington Aldridge Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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