Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School
112%
Capacity
1,037
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School
Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Richmond upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 1,037 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 930 places).
Ofsted has rated Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Dixon, it falls under Richmond upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.31 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is strong at 56.0. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of B-. Additionally, ranked 824th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 12 in Richmond upon Thames.
Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School is a popular choice with families — it received 726 applications for 144 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 143 were first-preference applications.
Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 6 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Swimming Pool, Theatre, Art Studios, Tennis Courts, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sixth Form Centre, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Netball and 4 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Newspaper, Choir, Eco Club and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.7%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames, Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Queens Road, Richmond, Richmond upon Thames, TW10 6HW |
| Headteacher | Helen Dixon |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 1,037 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.7% |
| School Capacity | 1,037 / 930 (112% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.31)
824th of 3,141
Nationally
241st of 487
In London
7th of 12
In Richmond upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
41.6
'22/23
39.5
'23/24
37.6
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
17Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed144
726
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
143 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Queens Road, Richmond
Richmond upon Thames, TW10 6HW
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