Graveney School
London, London Borough of Wandsworth · SW17 9BU
One of Wandsworth's largest state schools, Graveney educates around 2,343 pupils, including a substantial sixth form of 825. Ofsted has rated every area of its work Outstanding, from quality of education and behaviour through to leadership and the sixth form. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 17 to one and competitive 11+ entry, it draws families looking for a comprehensive that performs at a high level across the board. Around 7.5 per cent of pupils receive SEN support.
2,343
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- state school
- Pupils
- 2,343
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17
- Location
- London, London Borough of Wandsworth
Headteacher
Principal Mrs Cynthia Rickman
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
51%
A-level A*-A
32%
A-level A*-B
60%
Teaching & academics
Results sit comfortably above what many comprehensives achieve, with 51 per cent of GCSE grades at 9-7 and 60 per cent of A-levels at A*-B, including 32 per cent at A*-A. The curriculum is broad: GCSE choices span the sciences, humanities and languages, while popular A-levels range from English Literature and Mathematics to the sciences, Economics and Government and Politics. Alongside GCSE and A-level, the school offers BTEC and the EPQ, giving older pupils a mix of academic and vocational routes.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 825
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 7.47%
- EHC plans
- 2.94%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is wide-ranging, taking in rugby, football, cricket, netball, volleyball, tennis, athletics and basketball. Modern languages extend beyond the usual French and Spanish to German and Polish, reflecting the school's breadth.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 30 November 2022
The last word
A large, fully Outstanding comprehensive with strong results and a sixth form to match. A serious option for Wandsworth families prepared for competitive 11+ entry.
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Graveney School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Graveney School located?
Graveney School is located at London, SW17 9BU.
What type of school is Graveney School?
Graveney School is a state-funded school.
How many pupils attend Graveney School?
Graveney School has approximately 2,343 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.