The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Good by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 56.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2017
- The school is nearly full at 94% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
56.1
12.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
67%
24.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
69%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.25
Band 4Source: 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
89%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
86%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
8%
Based on 168 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 17 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
26% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
5% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 80 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
- 1,039
- Capacity
- 94%
- FSM
- 27.7%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Richmond upon Thames
- Trust
- LIFT SCHOOLS
- Head
- Mr James Whelan (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Park Avenue, London, SW14 8RG
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmEast Sheen Primary School
Primary · 380m away
Roehampton Hospital School
Independent · 540m away
Roehampton Gate School
Independent · 572m away
Tower House School
Independent · 616m away
St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 747m away
Barnes Primary School
Primary · 911m away
Ibstock Place School
Independent · 992m away
The Alton School
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is Lift Richmond Park a selective school?
No. Lift Richmond Park is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Lift Richmond Park's Ofsted rating?
Lift Richmond Park was rated Good at its most recent inspection in December 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Lift Richmond Park?
Lift Richmond Park currently has 1,039 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Lift Richmond Park take?
Lift Richmond Park caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Lift Richmond Park?
Lift Richmond Park is in London, SW14 8RG, in the Richmond upon Thames local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Lift Richmond Park have a sixth form?
Yes, Lift Richmond Park has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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