Kensington Park School

Since 2024, Antony Faccinello MA (Oxon) PGCE, educated at Manchester Grammar School and Pembroke College, Oxford where he read English. He has taught in a number of prestigious independent schools including Cheltenham College, Haberdashers Elstree,

At 11+ and 13+, children come from various independent and state schools across London. Entrance assessment covers English, maths, non-verbal reasoning and an interview. Interview is a very important part of the entry process, head says this helps

One or two leavers at 16+, usually due to relocating abroad or to a specialist arts school. Majority move across the park to the Queen’s Gate premises where an additional 30 places are available annually. At 18+ all to higher education. London

In 2025, 49 per cent 9-7 at GCSE. At A-level 35 per cent A*/A (59 per cent A*– B).

As one of the new kids on the block Kensington Park is developing a positive reputation for inclusion and a more tailored approach to individuals across the academic spectrum, not forgetting their personal development. Class sizes are maximum of 12,

As an inclusive school that embraces difference, academically able pupils with specific learning differences and neuro diverse profiles are welcome. SENCo works in collaboration with teachers, parents and pupils to help ensure positive outcomes.

Cosy and compact, the light filled art room bursting with colourful displays of pupils’ work; a big effort is made to accommodate individual interests and talents. AQA art, craft and design GCSE offered for its flexibility, pupils can choose any

Sport for all ethos, differing seasonal options each term, hopefully something to suit all tastes. PE staff like to emphasise the impact physical activity and fitness has on personal health and well-being. Pupils said they felt they were always

Princess Beatrice House, a stone’s throw from Earl’s Court tube station, provides stylish, modern accommodation in the form of studio apartments. Boarding starts from year 8 (age 12) and there is a choice of single, twin or triple ensuite rooms,

Structured, seemingly less formal atmosphere compared with some schools, staff are sensitive towards teenagers and adopt flexible approach to supporting them as individuals. Clear set of school rules in a ladder format, ascending from an initial

Cosmopolitan families, diplomats and a good number of parents from the high-end city and business sector alongside established London families. Around 30 different nationalities attend the school, with a growing number of boarders from around the

Scholarships at 11+, 13+ and 16+, academic scholarships usually up to around 30 per cent of fees and up to 15 per cent can be awarded for music, art, drama and sports. Scholarships are reviewed annually, no bursaries as yet.

An emerging school with big ambitions for what it can achieve for its pupils both academically and socially. Small is beautiful atmosphere and approach gives pupils a really independent education, enabling them to develop their strengths and talents