Schools in Kingston upon Thames — Published Data Comparison
Compare 107 schools and nurseries in Kingston upon Thames — Ofsted ratings, exam results & admissions data.
Data reviewed 3 August 2026. Lists use published DfE performance data and available Ofsted judgements; they are not paid placements.
Read how rankings are calculated →Classpot currently lists 107 schools and nurseries matching the Kingston upon Thames area used on this page. The live breakdown is 51 Nursery, 35 Primary, 16 Secondary.
The tables keep nursery, primary, secondary and private schools separate because they do not share one comparable performance measure. Use them to build a shortlist, then check the result year, inspection date, admissions policy and official source on each school profile.
Kingston upon Thames at a Glance
Highest-listed Nurseries in Kingston upon Thames
| # | School | Area | Ofsted | Age Range | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Surbiton Hill Nursery School | Kingston upon Thames | Outstanding | 2–5 | 122 |
| 2 | Dicky Birds Pre School Nurseries Ltd - Claremont Hall | Kingston upon Thames | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
| 3 | Plough Green Pre-School | Kingston upon Thames | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
| 4 | Kings Meadow Pre-School | Kingston upon Thames | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
| 5 | Hummingbirds Montessori School | Kingston upon Thames | Outstanding | 0–5 | — |
Ordered by the latest available Ofsted overall rating, then inspection recency. See the full methodology
Highest-listed Primary Schools in Kingston upon Thames
| # | School | Area | Ofsted | KS2 RWM % | Reading | Maths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Latchmere School | Kingston upon Thames | Good | 76% | — | — |
| 2 | Alexandra Primary School | Kingston upon Thames | Outstanding | 65% | — | — |
| 3 | Christ Church CofE Primary School | Kingston upon Thames | Good | 71% | — | — |
| 4 | Fern Hill Primary School | Kingston upon Thames | Outstanding | 78% | — | — |
| 5 | Burlington Junior School | Kingston upon Thames | Good | 72% | — | — |
Ordered by Classpot academic ranking using DfE KS2 progress data, with RWM expected standard used where progress data is unavailable. See the full methodology
Highest-listed Secondary Schools in Kingston upon Thames
| # | School | Area | Ofsted | Progress 8 | 5+ GCSE % | EBacc % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Kingston Academy | Kingston upon Thames | Outstanding | — | 89% | 74% |
| 2 | The Tiffin Girls' School | Kingston upon Thames | — | — | 99% | 83% |
| 3 | The Holy Cross School | Kingston upon Thames | Good | — | 90% | 77% |
| 4 | Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form | Kingston upon Thames | Outstanding | — | 79% | 54% |
| 5 | Tiffin School | Kingston upon Thames | Good | — | 99% | 85% |
Ordered by Classpot academic ranking using DfE Progress 8 data. See the full methodology
Admissions in Kingston upon Thames — Key Dates
Applications for state-funded schools are made through the local authority where the child lives. For September 2027 entry, apply by 31 October 2026 for secondary school and by 15 January 2027 for primary school. National offer days are 1 March 2027for secondary and 16 April 2027 for primary (or the next working day if needed). Opening dates, supplementary forms and local procedures vary, so confirm them with the relevant council and school.
Important: Historic applications and places describe an earlier cohort. They do not predict whether a particular child will receive an offer.
Check the official England admissions guidance →Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools and nurseries are listed in Kingston upon Thames?
Classpot currently lists 107 schools and nurseries matching the Kingston upon Thames area definition used on this page. The current breakdown is 51 Nursery, 35 Primary, 16 Secondary.
Which schools appear first in the Kingston upon Thames tables?
Latchmere School is currently the highest-listed primary school and The Kingston Academy is currently the highest-listed secondary school. Primary and secondary tables use different published academic measures and are not combined into one overall league table. A position is a data comparison, not a recommendation.
How the ranking works →How do I apply for a state school in Kingston upon Thames?
Apply through the local authority where you live, even if the school is in another council area. For September 2027 entry, the national closing dates are 31 October 2026 for secondary applications and 15 January 2027 for primary applications. Check the relevant council and school admissions policies before applying.
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