Grey Court School

  • Secondary
  • Academy
  • Ages 11 to 18
Ofsted: Outstanding

Ham Street, Ham, Richmond, TW10 7HNOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Grey Court School is a secondary school in Richmond upon Thames for ages 11 to 18. It is one of the 84 schools in Richmond upon Thames. It ranks 3rd of 11 secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in January 2018.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 10 January 2018, report published 2 February 2018

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Sixth form provision
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 8 February 2024

This is a school where all pupils flourish. Pupils are kept happy and feel safe in the school. All pupils, including students in the sixth form, experience a high quality of education. They enjoy their learning and meet the highest expectations set by the school. As a result, pupils thrive and become independent and responsible learners. The ambitious curriculum supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils are always keen to improve their learning. They appreciate their valuable teacher feedback. There are strong working relationships between staff and pupils. The mutual respect displayed contributes to the positive, stimulating environment. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. Staff and pupils value the restorative approach to behaviour, which results in a culture of kindness and care. This extends into the community, where pupils support others in a neighbouring school. Pupils value contributing to the school and beyond. For instance, older pupils were proud of their work cleaning up the banks of the River Thames. The school council has introduced a messaging service for pupils to share any worries they may have. Pupils also speak about talking with a trusted adult. Families and pupils value the academic and pastoral support that is always available.

Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

237 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score62.8

62.8, 16.7 above the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths78.9%

78.9%, 33.5 percentage points above the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths89.9%

89.9%, 25.1 percentage points above the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc67.9%

67.9%, 27.4 percentage points above the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score5.88

5.88, 1.79 above the England average of 4.09.

A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25

163 students

Average point score per A level entry39.40

39.40, 4.4 above the England average of 35.00.

Average A level grade B, England average B-

Pupil numbers and mix

1,650 pupils on roll, with places for 1,398

Eligible for free school meals11.2%

11.2%, 15.3 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language23.4%

23.4%, 1.8 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support16.2%

16.2%, 1.4 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3.5%

3.5%, 2.5 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Grey Court School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
The German School0.5 milesOfsted: OutstandingNot published
Orleans Park School0.8 milesOfsted: OutstandingAttainment 8: 64.4
St Catherine's School0.9 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 56.1
Kneller Hall School0.9 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 56.2
The Tiffin Girls' School1 mileReport card: Strong standard to exceptionalAttainment 8: 85.3

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
EVERY CHILD, EVERY DAY ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
Yes
Headteacher
Mr Christopher Rhodes
Address
Ham Street, Ham, Richmond, TW10 7HN
Local authority
Richmond upon Thames
URN
138825

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.