Coombe Girls' School
Coombe Girls' School is an academy converter in Kingston Upon Thames for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 1,500 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Coombe Girls' School is Good, from an inspection in July 2024. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 57.2, and 64% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: July 2024. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Clarence Avenue New Malden Surrey KT3 3TU |
| Phone | 02089421242 |
| Reference Number | 137848 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1500 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 8.27%
Girls: 91.73% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 22.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 43% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | 230 | 230 |
| 8 | Unknown | 238 | 238 |
| 9 | Unknown | 241 | 241 |
| 10 | Unknown | 241 | 241 |
| 11 | Unknown | 241 | 241 |
| 12 | 61 | 78 | 139 |
| 13 | 63 | 106 | 169 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 32% |
| White, Other | 11.9% |
| Asian, Other | 11.2% |
| Pakistani | 5.7% |
| Chinese | 5.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.4% |
| White & Asian | 4.3% |
| Indian | 3.3% |
| African | 2.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.5% |
| Unclassified | 1.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.6% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
Coombe Girls' School has shown overall effectiveness rated as good, marking a solid performance since its last inspection 11 years ago when it was rated outstanding. The school's leadership maintains high expectations for all students, fostering a diverse and inclusive community that encourages curiosity and creativity among girls. There has been a concentrated effort to provide a broad curriculum and support students' aspirations through well-structured career programs. However, challenges persist, particularly in reinforcing newly introduced behavior expectations, which are not yet fully embedded schoolwide.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 01 May 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 May 2024 | School inspection: |
| 15 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Aug 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as Coombe Girls' School | |
| 28 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Sep 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 29 Nov 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong leadership with high expectations for all pupils
- Inclusive environment fostering diversity and strong friendships
- Wide range of extracurricular opportunities enhancing personal development
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs
- High-quality education in key stage 4 leading to strong academic achievements
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent behavior management leading to occasional disruptions
- Some subject leaders lack precise understanding of curriculum implementation
- Recent changes not fully understood or embedded by all staff
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 57.2 | 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 | 64.3% | 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) | 79.7% | 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 | 33.43 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 33.33 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C+ | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 11.6% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| Name | Distance |
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Coombe Hill Infant School
Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7DD |
0.34 miles |
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Coombe Hill Junior School
Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7DD |
0.34 miles |
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Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Chestnut Grove, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 3JU |
0.42 miles |
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Christ Church New Malden CofE Primary School
Elm Road, New Malden, KT3 3HN |
0.44 miles |
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Rokeby School
George Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7PB |
0.6 miles |
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King's Oak Primary School
Dickerage Lane, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 3RZ |
0.6 miles |
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Holy Cross Preparatory School
|
0.7 miles |
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Westbury House School
80 Westbury Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 5AS |
0.89 miles |
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Cottenham Park Road, London, SW20 0SX |
0.89 miles |
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Burlington Junior School
Burlington Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 4LT |
1 miles |
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Burlington Infant and Nursery School
Burlington Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 4LT |
1 miles |
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St Paul's CofE Primary School, Kingston Hill
St Paul's C of E Primary School, Princes Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 6AZ |
1.12 miles |
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The Rowans School
19 Drax Avenue, Wimbledon, London, SW20 0EG |
1.17 miles |
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Alexandra Primary School
Alexandra Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 6SE |
1.17 miles |
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Burlington Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 4ND |
1.2 miles |
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West Wimbledon Primary School
Bodnant Gardens, West Barnes Lane, Raynes Park, London, SW20 0BZ |
1.2 miles |
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Robin Hood Primary and Nursery School
Bowness Crescent, Kingston Vale, London, SW15 3QL |
1.29 miles |
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
The Fairfield, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT1 2UP |
1.37 miles |
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King Athelstan Primary School
Villiers Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT1 3AR |
1.42 miles |
|
Hollymount School
Cambridge Road, Raynes Park, London, SW20 0SQ |
1.43 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Marymount International School
George Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7PE |
0.55 miles |
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The Holy Cross School
25 Sandal Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 5AR |
0.85 miles |
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Canbury School
Kingston Hill, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7LN |
1.09 miles |
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Spring School
15 Coombe Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7AB |
1.11 miles |
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Raynes Park High School
Bushey Road, London, SW20 0JL |
1.14 miles |
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Berrylands School
Hogsmill Nature Reserve, Lower Marsh Lane, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 3BW |
1.17 miles |
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Coombe Boys' School
College Gardens, Blakes Lane, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 6NU |
1.24 miles |
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Tiffin School
Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 6RL |
1.4 miles |
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Kingston Grammar School
London Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6PY |
1.43 miles |
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Blossom House School
Blossom House School, Station Road, Motspur Park, Surrey, KT3 6JJ |
1.48 miles |
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Tennis Avenue School
Manor Park, Malden Road, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 6AU |
1.62 miles |
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Norwegian School in London
28 Arterberry Rd, Wimbledon, London, SW20 8AH |
1.67 miles |
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Bedelsford School
Grange Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT1 2QZ |
1.68 miles |
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Richard Challoner School
Manor Drive North, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 5PE |
1.75 miles |
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Ursuline High School Wimbledon
Crescent Road, Wimbledon, London, SW20 8HA |
1.77 miles |
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King's College School
Southside, London, SW19 4TT |
1.79 miles |
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South Thames Colleges Group
Kingston Hall Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT1 2AQ |
1.8 miles |
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The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre
Surbiton Hill Road, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 4TU |
1.8 miles |
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Hall School Wimbledon
17 the Downs, Wimbledon, London, SW20 8HF |
1.82 miles |
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Wimbledon College
Edge Hill, London, SW19 4NS |
1.9 miles |
Coombe Girls' School is part of Helix Learning Trust, which runs 8 schools. The nearest others:
- Coombe Boys' School New Malden
- Robin Hood Primary and Nursery School London
- Green Lane Primary and Nursery School Worcester Park
- Knollmead Primary School Surbiton
- Strathmore School Twickenham
- Clarendon School Twickenham
- Capella House School Twickenham
What is Coombe Girls' School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Coombe Girls' School is Good, from an inspection in July 2024.
When was Coombe Girls' School last inspected by Ofsted?
Coombe Girls' School was last inspected in July 2024.
How many pupils does Coombe Girls' School have?
Coombe Girls' School has 1,500 pupils on roll.
What age range does Coombe Girls' School cover?
Coombe Girls' School for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are Coombe Girls' School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 57.2, and 64% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Coombe Girls' School?
Coombe Girls' School is at Clarence Avenue, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 3TU.