The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Nearly full.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 36.5 vs national 43.8)
- The school is nearly full at 92% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
36.5
7.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
20% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 212
- Capacity
- 92%
Governance
- Local authority
- Richmond upon Thames
- Head
- Mr David Gajadharsingh (Academic & Pastoral Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksEmergency inspection
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
46 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9DA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Matthew's School, Westminster
Primary · 1.8km away
The Marine Society College of the Sea
16 plus · 2.0km away
The Grey Coat Hospital
Secondary · 2.1km away
King's College London Maths School
16 plus · Grammar · 2.1km away
Notre Dame Catholic Girls' School
Secondary · 2.2km away
Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School
Primary · 2.2km away
Westminster Cathedral Choir School
Independent · 2.2km away
St Jude's Church of England Primary School
Primary · 2.2km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend The Royal Ballet School?
The Royal Ballet School currently has 212 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Royal Ballet School take?
The Royal Ballet School caters for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is The Royal Ballet School?
The Royal Ballet School is in London, WC2E 9DA, in the Richmond upon Thames local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Royal Ballet School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Royal Ballet School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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