SchoolScoresLift Richmond Park
Academy · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of LIFT SCHOOLS
Park Avenue, London, SW14 8RG
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Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 7 December 2017.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 8 December 2022: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
170 pupils in this year group.
67% — 2 points above the Richmond upon Thames average, and 21 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Richmond upon Thames | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 67% | 65% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 56.1 | 56.6 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 5.3 | 5.2 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
168 pupils in this year group.
89% — 4 points below the Richmond upon Thames average, and 3 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Richmond upon Thames | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 89% | 93% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 55% | 53% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 7% | 11% | 13% |
| Further education college | 23% | 24% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 1% | 3% |
| Work | 1% | 1% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 88% | 89% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
75 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Richmond upon Thames | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | B- | B | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 33% | 37% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 53% | 66% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 36.5 | 39.1 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
20 subjects, 213 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 28 | 25% | 50% | 40% |
| Biology | 27 | 7% | 37% | 27% |
| Chemistry | 19 | 11% | 37% | 30% |
| Economics | 17 | 6% | 24% | 26% |
| Sociology | 17 | 6% | 24% | 20% |
| Psychology | 16 | 13% | 31% | 19% |
| Government and Politics | 15 | 13% | 33% | 26% |
| History | 13 | 23% | 38% | 23% |
| Spanish | 11 | 0% | 9% | 34% |
| Logic / Philosophy | 8 | 0% | 13% | 19% |
| Physics | 8 | 13% | 13% | 31% |
| English Literature | 7 | 14% | 14% | 23% |
| Mathematics (Further) | 6 | 33% | 83% | 59% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: French, Computer Studies / Computing, Geography, Art and Design (Fine Art), Physical Education / Sports Studies, Art and Design, Modern Greek.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
54 students in this year group.
80% — 2 points above the Richmond upon Thames average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | Richmond upon Thames | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 80% | 78% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4% | 7% |
| Work | 20% | 24% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 82% | 80% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
58 students in this year group.
90% — 13 points above the Richmond upon Thames average, and 30 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Richmond upon Thames | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 90% | 77% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 40% | 29% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 84% | 90% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Richmond upon Thames. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were fewer first-choice applications than places.
| Places offered | 256 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 113 |
| Of those, offered a place | 106 (94%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 557 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.4 · 2025: 0.4 · 2026: 0.4
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Richmond upon Thames | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 3rd highest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Higher than 57% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 30.0% | 18.0%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan Joint 7th highest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Higher than 58% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 3.3% | 3.6%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 5th highest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Higher than 55% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 14.4% | 12.7%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 5th highest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Higher than 75% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 26.1% | 24.1%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 11th lowest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Lower than 30% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 9.6% | 6.7%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 10th lowest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Lower than 31% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 27.2% | 16.4%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 7th lowest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Lower than 79% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 6.0 | 4.8 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 8th lowest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Lower than 77% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 3.7% | 2.6% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded1 pupil | 0.10% | 0.06% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 5th highest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Higher than 81% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 18.4 | 17.9 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) Joint 7th highest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Higher than 78% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 13.1 | 13.3 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year Joint 5th highest of 11 state secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames. Higher than 58% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 14.9% | 14.7%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Roehampton Hospital School 0.3 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Outstanding (2024)
- Tower House School 0.4 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Ibstock Place School 0.6 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 54% A*/A at A level
- Christ's CofE Comprehensive Secondary School 1.3 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 6 strong, 1 expected · 64% grade 5+ English and maths
- Chiswick School 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Good (2020), improved significantly 2025 · 63% grade 5+ English and maths
- The Harrodian School 1.4 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Good (2025) · 70% A*/A at A level
- King's House School 1.5 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Ark Putney Academy 1.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 43% grade 5+ English and maths
- Thomas's College 1.8 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Putney High School GDST 1.8 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 79% A*/A at A level
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Lift Richmond Park's Ofsted rating?
Lift Richmond Park was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 7 December 2017. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 8 December 2022, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did Lift Richmond Park do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 67% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 21 points above the England average of 45%.
Is Lift Richmond Park oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 113 families put Lift Richmond Park as their first choice for 256 places: fewer first-choice applications than places. 106 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 136208.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.