Best Secondary Schools in Kensington and Chelsea 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 6 schools across Kensington and Chelsea. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Kensington and Chelsea has 6 secondary schools, of which 3 (50%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted and a further 2 rated Good — 83% of secondary schools in Kensington and Chelsea are rated Good or Outstanding overall. The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Kensington and Chelsea follow the national calendar: 31 October for Year 7 secondary entry and 15 January for Reception primary entry. Offers go out on 1 March and 16 April respectively.

6
Total schools
3
Outstanding
50%
Outstanding rate
75.6%
Avg KS2 SATs
35
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School
Secondary
 Outstanding 94 View school
🥈 Kensington Aldridge Academy
Secondary
 Outstanding 77 View school
🥉 All Saints Catholic College
Secondary
 Outstanding 74 View school
4. Chelsea Academy
Secondary
 Good 67 View school
5. St. Thomas More Language College
Secondary
 Good 60 View school
6. Holland Park School
Secondary
 Inadequate 54 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Kensington and Chelsea?
There are 6 secondary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, of which 3 (50%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Kensington and Chelsea?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Kensington and Chelsea is The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Kensington and Chelsea?
Primary and secondary school applications in Kensington and Chelsea are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Kensington and Chelsea council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Kensington and Chelsea?
50% of secondary schools in Kensington and Chelsea are rated Outstanding and 33% are rated Good. 64% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.