Ricards Lodge High School
Ricards Lodge High School is a community school in Merton for pupils aged 11 to 19. It has 1,534 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Ricards Lodge High School is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2023. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 57.8, and 65% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: November 2023. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Secondary / Community school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Lake Road Wimbledon London SW19 7HB |
| Phone | 02089462208 |
| Reference Number | 102673 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1534 |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 26.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 37.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | 239 | 239 |
| 8 | Unknown | 232 | 232 |
| 9 | Unknown | 237 | 237 |
| 10 | Unknown | 232 | 232 |
| 11 | Unknown | 236 | 236 |
| 12 | Unknown | 187 | 187 |
| 13 | Unknown | 171 | 171 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 29.5% |
| White, Other | 15.8% |
| Asian, Other | 11% |
| Pakistani | 9% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.6% |
| African | 5.3% |
| Chinese | 3.2% |
| Indian | 2.9% |
| White & Asian | 2.7% |
| Unclassified | 2.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.8% |
| Caribbean | 1.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.3% |
| Irish | 0.3% |
Ricards Lodge High School continues to deliver an exceptional education, maintaining its outstanding status from the previous inspection. The environment is characterized by high expectations, with strong support for all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Students demonstrate impressive motivation and politeness, thriving in a safe and welcoming atmosphere fostered by positive staff-pupil relationships. The curriculum is ambitious and progressively developed, enabling pupils to build their knowledge effectively. The school also promotes a love for reading and offers a variety of additional opportunities for personal development.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 13 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 Sep 2023 | School inspection |
| 31 Oct 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Mar 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Oct 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 07 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Mar 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 15 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Nov 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations and exceptional education provided to all pupils.
- Strong support for students with SEND.
- Excellent pupil behavior and attitudes towards learning.
- Highly ambitious and well-structured curriculum.
- Strong subject knowledge and teaching methods by staff.
- Effective reading support leading to rapid improvement.
- Well-planned personal development programs.
- High-quality careers advice and guidance.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 57.8 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 65.1% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 78.7% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 35.55 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 35.97 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B- | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B- | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 14.9% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| From another Local Authority | 242 | 55 |
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What is Ricards Lodge High School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Ricards Lodge High School is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2023.
When was Ricards Lodge High School last inspected by Ofsted?
Ricards Lodge High School was last inspected in November 2023.
How many pupils does Ricards Lodge High School have?
Ricards Lodge High School has 1,534 pupils on roll.
What age range does Ricards Lodge High School cover?
Ricards Lodge High School for pupils aged 11 to 19.
What are Ricards Lodge High School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 57.8, and 65% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Ricards Lodge High School?
Ricards Lodge High School is at Lake Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 7HB.