Best Secondary Schools in Kingston upon Thames 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 11 schools across Kingston upon Thames. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

64%

Outstanding rate

66.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

50.7

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	The Tiffin Girls' School Secondary	Outstanding	90	View school
🥈	Tiffin School Secondary	Outstanding	87	View school
🥉	The Kingston Academy Secondary	Outstanding	76	View school
4.	Richard Challoner School Secondary	Outstanding	74	View school
5.	The Holy Cross School Secondary	Outstanding	73	View school
6.	Coombe Girls' School Secondary	Outstanding	68	View school
7.	Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form Secondary	Outstanding	67	View school
8.	The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre Secondary	Good	58	View school
9.	Southborough High School Secondary	Good	53	View school
10.	Coombe Boys' School Secondary	Good	50	View school
11.	Chessington School Secondary	Good	46	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Kingston upon Thames?

There are 11 secondary schools in Kingston upon Thames, of which 7 (64%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Kingston upon Thames?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Kingston upon Thames is The Tiffin Girls' School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Kingston upon Thames?

Primary and secondary school applications in Kingston upon Thames are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Kingston upon Thames council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Kingston upon Thames?

64% of secondary schools in Kingston upon Thames are rated Outstanding and 36% are rated Good. 73.8% 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.