Richard Challoner School
Richard Challoner School is an academy converter in Kingston Upon Thames for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has a Roman Catholic religious character. It has 1,079 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Richard Challoner School is Outstanding, from an inspection in January 2023. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 60.5, and 75% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: January 2023. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Manor Drive North New Malden Surrey KT3 5PE |
| Phone | 02083305947 |
| Reference Number | 137299 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1079 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 96.66%
Girls: 3.34% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 21.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 16.2 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 159 | Unknown | 159 |
| 8 | 161 | Unknown | 161 |
| 9 | 161 | Unknown | 161 |
| 10 | 158 | Unknown | 158 |
| 11 | 160 | Unknown | 160 |
| 12 | 115 | 19 | 134 |
| 13 | 129 | 17 | 146 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 45.4% |
| White, Other | 18% |
| Asian, Other | 6.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.6% |
| White & Asian | 4.3% |
| African | 3.7% |
| Indian | 2.7% |
| Chinese | 2.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.9% |
| Irish | 1.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% |
| Unclassified | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 0.2% |
Richard Challoner School has demonstrated exceptional standards across all areas during its first inspection under section 5 of the Education Act 2005, achieving an overall rating of outstanding. The school fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging students to excel academically and personally while ensuring inclusivity, particularly for those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The commitment of leaders and staff to uphold high expectations contributes significantly to the positive environment and high outcomes for all pupils.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 22 Nov 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Nov 2022 | School inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 11 Oct 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as Richard Challoner School | |
| 03 Dec 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 14 Jun 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Feb 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Outstanding quality of education across the curriculum.
- Strong emphasis on personal development and community engagement.
- High levels of pupil behavior and engagement in learning.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND, allowing full inclusion.
- Strong professional development for staff to enhance teaching practices.
- Sixth-form students receive valuable guidance and opportunities.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 60.5 | 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 | 75% | 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) | 85% | 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 | 36.07 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 36.35 | 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 | 14.7% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| From another Local Authority | 283 | 61 |
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0.28 miles |
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1.05 miles |
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Tolworth Junior School
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Tolworth Infant and Nursery School
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The Mead Infant and Nursery School
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1.17 miles |
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Auriol Junior School
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1.22 miles |
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Riverview CofE Primary and Nursery School VA
Riverview Road, West Ewell, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 0JP |
1.24 miles |
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Burlington Junior School
Burlington Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 4LT |
1.26 miles |
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Burlington Infant and Nursery School
Burlington Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 4LT |
1.26 miles |
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Green Lane Primary and Nursery School
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1.29 miles |
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Surbiton Hill Nursery School
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1.31 miles |
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Cheam Common Infants' Academy
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Cheam Common Junior Academy
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1.65 miles |
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Hook Road, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 5AS |
1.68 miles |
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1.71 miles |
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Richard Challoner School is part of Christ the Redeemer Catholic Education Trust, which runs 8 schools. The nearest others:
- Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School Surbiton
- Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School New Malden
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Kingston Upon Thames
- St Agatha's Catholic Primary School Kingston Upon Thames
- St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School Richmond-Upon-Thames
- Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Roehampton London
- St Osmund's Catholic Primary School London
What is Richard Challoner School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Richard Challoner School is Outstanding, from an inspection in January 2023.
When was Richard Challoner School last inspected by Ofsted?
Richard Challoner School was last inspected in January 2023.
How many pupils does Richard Challoner School have?
Richard Challoner School has 1,079 pupils on roll.
What age range does Richard Challoner School cover?
Richard Challoner School for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are Richard Challoner School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 60.5, and 75% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Richard Challoner School?
Richard Challoner School is at Manor Drive North, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 5PE.