The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 20.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2018
- The school has significant spare capacity
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
20.4
23.4 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
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.44
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
27% 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
- 200
- Capacity
- 33%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Westminster
- Head
- Mr Antony Faccinello (Executive Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
40-44 Bark Place, Bayswater, London, W2 4AT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQueen's Gate School
Independent · 2.0km away
Glendower Preparatory School
Independent · 2.1km away
St Philip's School
Independent · 2.1km away
Mander Portman Woodward School
Independent · 2.1km away
Collingham
Independent · 2.1km away
Our Lady of Victories RC Primary School
Primary · 2.2km away
Wetherby School, Kensington
Independent · 2.2km away
St James Senior Girls' School
Independent · 2.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is Kensington Park School a selective school?
Yes. Kensington Park School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Kensington Park School's Ofsted rating?
Kensington Park School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in October 2018. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Kensington Park School?
Kensington Park School currently has 200 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Kensington Park School take?
Kensington Park School caters for pupils aged 11 to 20.
Where is Kensington Park School?
Kensington Park School is in London, W2 4AT, in the Westminster local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Kensington Park School have a sixth form?
Yes, Kensington Park School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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