St Richard Reynolds Catholic High School
106%
Capacity
1,140
Pupils
4.8x
Demand
About St Richard Reynolds Catholic High School
St Richard Reynolds Catholic High School in Richmond upon Thames holds an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, a grade it has maintained across both its most recent inspections in 2019 and 2024. The school's Progress 8 score of 0.66 is the most telling academic metric here, placing it well above average nationally and significantly ahead of the local authority average of 0.41. That score means pupils at this school achieve nearly two-thirds of a grade more per subject across eight GCSEs than students with similar starting points nationally. In the Richmond upon Thames league table of 12 state secondaries, the school sits fifth, with a Progress 8 score that puts it in the top 25 per cent of schools nationally. The school also has a strong EBacc entry rate of 58.4 per cent, and 45 per cent of pupils achieved a grade 5 or above in English and maths.
At GCSE, the school's Attainment 8 score sits at 58.7, and 90.6 per cent of pupils secured a grade 4 or above in English and maths. The EBacc average point score of 5.42 reflects solid performance across the full suite of academic subjects. In the sixth form, the school's value-added score of 0.05 is rated as average, with students achieving an average of B- per entry and a points-per-entry score of 35.82. The best three A-levels average out at B-, and 17.7 per cent of entries achieved grades of AAB or higher. The sixth form provision itself was graded Outstanding in the 2024 ungraded inspection, and the school has a dedicated Sixth Form Centre on site.
The school is heavily oversubscribed: for 200 places in the 2025/26 academic year, it received 956 applications, with 219 first-preference applications and 157 first-preference offers. That gives an oversubscription ratio of 4.78 applicants per place. The school is Roman Catholic in character and serves pupils aged 11 to 18. Facilities include a theatre, swimming pool, sports hall, tennis courts, chapel, and a library. SEND provision covers a broad range of needs, including dyslexia, autistic spectrum disorder, and speech, language and communication needs. With 8.6 per cent of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school has a slightly below-average proportion compared with the national secondary average. This is a school that suits families looking for strong academic outcomes in a faith-based setting, with a well-regarded sixth form and a wide range of clubs including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Model UN, and orchestra.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Clifden Road, London, Richmond upon Thames, TW1 4LT |
| Headteacher | Sorrel Simmons |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 1,140 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 1,140 / 1,080 (106% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (7 Feb 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.66)
318th of 3,141
Nationally
120th of 487
In London
5th of 12
In Richmond upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly 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
41.8
'22/23
37.7
'23/24
35.8
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
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed200
956
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
219 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Lower-disadvantage intake compared to the national average (25%).
Among the highest 25% — a diverse linguistic intake.
Ethnic background
- White British51.7%
- White (other)22.7%
- Mixed9.6%
- Asian5.4%
- Black0.4%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
17
Total schools
15
Oversubscribed
13
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Richard Reynolds Catholic High School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
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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
Clifden Road, London
Richmond upon Thames, TW1 4LT
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