Southbank International School Kensington
London, Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London · W11 3BU
With around 160 pupils aged three to eleven, Southbank International School Kensington is a small, close-knit independent school in the heart of Kensington and Chelsea. Its compact size allows staff to know each child individually, an advantage often felt most keenly in the early and primary years. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest grade of 'excellent', recognising both academic standards and the quality of pupils' personal development. The school is non-selective by faith and welcomes a mixed intake, led by Head Mr David MacMorran.
160
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 160
- Location
- London, Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London
- Website
- https://www.southbank.org/
- Telephone
- 020 7229 8230
Headteacher
Head Mr David MacMorran
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Teaching & academics
The ISI's 'excellent' judgement points to consistently high standards across the primary phase. With a roll of just 160 across an eight-year age span, class sizes are likely to be intimate, giving teachers scope to tailor learning closely to each child. The school met all the compliance requirements assessed at inspection.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 1 October 2024
The last word
A small, central London school with the ISI's top rating across the board - well suited to families seeking individual attention through the primary years.
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Southbank International School Kensington 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Southbank International School Kensington located?
Southbank International School Kensington is located at 36–38 Kensington Park Road, London, W11 3BU.
What type of school is Southbank International School Kensington?
Southbank International School Kensington is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Southbank International School Kensington?
Southbank International School Kensington has approximately 160 pupils on roll.
What is Southbank International School Kensington's inspection rating?
Southbank International School Kensington is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 1 October 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.