Ashbourne College
London, Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London · W8 4PL
Ashbourne College is a small independent school in Kensington and Chelsea, weighted firmly towards the sixth form: 226 of its 241 pupils are studying at A-level. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of around seven to one, classes are intimate and teaching is closely tailored to the individual. The college is academically focused and cosmopolitan in character, reflected in a language offering that spans French, Russian and Persian. A quarter of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a setting attentive to varied learning needs.
241
Pupils
£37,950
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 241
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 7
- Location
- London, Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London
- Website
- https://www.ashbournecollege.co.uk/
Headteacher
Principal Michael Kirby
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
38%
A-level A*-A
52%
A-level A*-B
76%
Teaching & academics
Results sit comfortably above the middle: 52% of A-level entries reach A*-A and 76% reach A*-B, while 38% of GCSE grades fall in the 9-7 range. The curriculum runs from GCSE through A-level, with the EPQ available for those wanting independent research experience. Popular A-level choices lean towards the sciences and social sciences, including Mathematics, Economics, Psychology, Physics, Chemistry and Government and Politics, alongside English Literature and History.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 226
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 25.51%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Football is the main sport on offer. Scholarships in academic subjects, music and drama recognise pupils with particular talents.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £37,950
The last word
A small, sixth-form-heavy London college built around very small classes and strong A-level outcomes. Day fees reach £37,950, so it suits families seeking close academic attention in central London.
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Ashbourne College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Ashbourne College located?
Ashbourne College is located at London, W8 4PL.
What type of school is Ashbourne College?
Ashbourne College is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Ashbourne College?
Ashbourne College has approximately 241 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.