MixedIndependent

Emanuel School

London, Wandsworth, Greater London · SW11 1HS

A large independent school in Wandsworth, Emanuel takes pupils from age 10 through to a sizeable sixth form of around 290. Its Christian character and breadth of provision sit alongside a recent ISI judgement of "excellent" for both education and personal development, with all compliance standards met. Around 1,115 pupils make this a substantial community, and a notable feature is the depth of financial support on offer: a quarter of pupils now receive assistance and roughly 50 hold fully-funded places. Headmaster Ravi Kothakota leads a school that combines academic ambition with an unusually committed bursary programme.

1,115

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£29,746

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
10-18
Pupils
1,115
Location
London, Wandsworth, Greater London
Website
www.emanuel.org.uk
Telephone
0208 870 4171

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Headmaster Ravi Kothakota

Latest results

Attainment 8

32.6

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

0%

National average 47%

GCSE grade 9-7

89%

A-level A*-A

64%

A-level A*-B

90%

Teaching & academics

Results at the top end are strong, with 89 per cent of GCSE grades at 9-7 and nearly two-thirds of A-levels at A*-A, rising to 90 per cent at A*-B. The headline Attainment 8 figure of 32.6 sits below the national average of 46.9, a reminder that parents should look closely at the full pattern of results rather than a single measure. The sixth form leans heavily towards the sciences and mathematics, with Further Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics all popular, alongside humanities such as History, Economics and Politics; the EPQ is also offered. Around 18 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, and three modern languages are taught.

Sixth form

Sixth-form pupils
290

Popular A-level subjects

MathematicsFurther MathematicsBiologyChemistryPhysicsHistoryGeographyEconomicsPsychologyEnglish LiteratureGovernment and Politics

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-levelEPQ

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
18.14%
EHC plans
0.09%

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

AcademicSportDramaMusicArt

Languages

FrenchGermanSpanish

Popular GCSE subjects

MathematicsSpanishReligious StudiesPhysical Education/Sports StudiesMusicLatinGermanGeographyFrenchEconomicsDesign & TechnologyClassical CivilisationArt & Design

Beyond the classroom

Scholarships span academic, sport, drama, music and art, signalling a school that values achievement well beyond the classroom. The breadth of GCSE choices, from Latin and Classical Civilisation to Design & Technology and several languages, points to a wide-ranging curriculum.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
Christian
Boarding
No

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£29,746

25 per cent of pupils now in receipt of financial assistance, with around 50 in fully-funded places. Any family with an income of under £26,000 can apply

Inspection reports

ISI rating
excellent
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
13 January 2026
Read the full inspection report ↗

The last word

A large, well-rounded London independent with genuine commitment to access through its bursaries. Worth examining the full spread of results to judge fit for your child.

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Emanuel School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Emanuel School located?

Emanuel School is located at Battersea Rise, London, SW11 1HS.

What type of school is Emanuel School?

Emanuel School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.

How many pupils attend Emanuel School?

Emanuel School has approximately 1,115 pupils on roll.

What is Emanuel School's inspection rating?

Emanuel School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 13 January 2026.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.