Holland Park School
Holland Park School is an academy converter in Kensington And Chelsea for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 1,376 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Holland Park School is Strong standard, from an inspection in March 2026. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 58.2, and 68% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: March 2026. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Airlie Gardens London W8 7AF |
| Phone | 02079081000 |
| Reference Number | 149632 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1376 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.8%
Girls: 49.2% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 32.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 45.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 122 | 112 | 234 |
| 8 | 115 | 117 | 232 |
| 9 | 126 | 107 | 233 |
| 10 | 106 | 113 | 219 |
| 11 | 103 | 108 | 211 |
| 12 | 60 | 66 | 126 |
| 13 | 67 | 54 | 121 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, Other | 22.7% |
| White, British | 15.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 11.8% |
| African | 8.5% |
| Unclassified | 7% |
| White & Asian | 4.5% |
| Asian, Other | 2.8% |
| Chinese | 1.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.4% |
| Caribbean | 1.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1% |
| Irish | 0.5% |
Overall, Holland Park School is performing very strongly. Inspectors found exceptional practice in attendance and behaviour and in leadership and governance, with all other inspected areas – achievement, curriculum and teaching, inclusion, personal development and wellbeing, and post-16 provision – judged to be at the strong standard. Safeguarding requirements are met. The school is a large secondary with a sixth form, and since joining United Learning Trust in January 2023 it has undergone a transformational change in culture, community and expectations.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Strong standard |
| > Leadership & Governance | Exceptional |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Strong standard |
| > Achievement | Strong standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Exceptional |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Strong standard |
| > Inclusion | Strong standard |
| > Post-16 Provision | Strong standard |
| Last Report Date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Jan 2026 | School inspection |
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are exceptional, with high expectations, a calm and respectful culture, and rare serious incidents.
- Leadership and governance are exceptional; trust and school leaders have driven rapid and transformational improvement.
- Pupils' achievement is strong, with secure knowledge progression and good destinations.
- Curriculum and teaching are strong, ambitious, well sequenced, and delivered by expert teachers.
- Inclusion is strong, with high expectations and effective support for disadvantaged pupils and pupils with SEND.
- Personal development and wellbeing are strong, with a well-structured programme and effective pastoral care.
- Post-16 provision is strong, with a tailored curriculum, expert teaching, and well-prepared students.
- Safeguarding standards are met, and pupils feel safe and supported.
- Pupils have exemplary attitudes to learning and a strong sense of belonging.
- Governance provides robust oversight, and staff feel valued and well trained.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 58.2 | 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 | 68.4% | 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) | 78.3% | 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 | 37.87 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 37.1 | 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 | 23.8% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| Second Preference | 234 | 35 |
| Third Preference | 208 | 21 |
| From another Local Authority | 689 | 89 |
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Holland Park School is part of United Learning Trust, which runs 98 schools. The nearest others:
- Marylebone Academy London
- Paddington Academy London
- Fulham Primary School London
- Wilberforce Primary London
- Queen's Manor School London
- Langford Primary School London
- Sulivan Primary School London
- The Hurlingham Academy London
- The Elms Academy London
- Ernest Bevin Academy London
What is Holland Park School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Holland Park School is Strong standard, from an inspection in March 2026.
When was Holland Park School last inspected by Ofsted?
Holland Park School was last inspected in March 2026.
How many pupils does Holland Park School have?
Holland Park School has 1,376 pupils on roll.
What age range does Holland Park School cover?
Holland Park School for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are Holland Park School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 58.2, and 68% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Holland Park School?
Holland Park School is at Airlie Gardens, London, W8 7AF.