The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 60.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
- This is a boys-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
60.5
16.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
67%
25.6pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
49%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.06
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
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
95%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 231 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
16% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 129 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,491
- Capacity
- 99%
- FSM
- 22.1%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Merton
- Head
- Ms Laura Howarth (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection
April 2022 | School Inspection
Full inspection: Outstanding
April 2017 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2013 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Satisfactory
January 2010 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
June 2008 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Satisfactory
June 2007 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
July 2001 | Full Inspection
Location
Watery Lane, Merton Park, London, SW20 9AD
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMerton Park Primary School
Primary · 452m away
Joseph Hood Primary School
Primary · 537m away
Wimbledon Chase Primary School
Primary · 617m away
Wimbledon School of Art
Miscellaneous · 640m away
Poplar Primary School
Primary · 826m away
Park Academy
Primary · 1.0km away
Hillcross Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Merton Abbey Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is Rutlish School a selective school?
No. Rutlish School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Rutlish School's Ofsted rating?
Rutlish School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in September 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Rutlish School?
Rutlish School currently has 1,491 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Rutlish School take?
Rutlish School caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Rutlish School?
Rutlish School is in London, SW20 9AD, in the Merton local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Rutlish School have a sixth form?
Yes, Rutlish School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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