Tiffin School
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, Greater London · KT2 6RL
A superselective boys' grammar in Kingston upon Thames, Tiffin School earns its place among the country's most academically demanding state schools through a competitive two-stage entrance test. With 1,462 boys on a roll built for 1,400, it runs comfortably over its intended capacity, a sign of sustained demand for its 180 annual places. Just over 30% of pupils speak English as an additional language, reflecting a broad and diverse intake drawn from across the area. Ofsted rated the school Good overall at its most recent inspection, with behaviour, personal development and the sixth form all judged Outstanding.
1,462
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
180
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- superselective grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,462
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 19.3
- Location
- Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, Greater London
- Website
- http://www.tiffinschool.co.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Tiffin (Kingston) two-stage test
- Exam board
- Bespoke
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths
- Places (PAN)
- 180
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Exam dateNext
1 October 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
79.1
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
98%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit far above the national picture: an Attainment 8 score of 79.1 against a national average of 46.9, and 98% of pupils securing grade 5 or above in English and Maths, where the national figure is 47%. This is the kind of consistency that follows a genuinely selective intake combined with strong teaching, which Ofsted judged Good. The Outstanding sixth form rating points to a well-supported transition into A-level study and beyond.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 1.71%
- EHC plans
- 0.82%
- English as additional language
- 30.2%
- Free school meals
- 3.1%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 24 May 2022
The last word
A high-performing destination for academically able boys, and one where the bespoke two-stage 11+ rewards thorough, focused preparation.
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Tiffin School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Tiffin School located?
Tiffin School is located at Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL.
What type of school is Tiffin School?
Tiffin School is a superselective state grammar school in Greater London.
What subjects does Tiffin School test in the 11+?
Tiffin School tests English and Maths at 11+.
Which exam board does Tiffin School use for the 11+?
Tiffin School's 11+ uses Bespoke.
When is the Tiffin School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Tiffin School 11+ exam is on 1 October 2026.
How do I apply to Tiffin School?
For 2027 entry, the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are Tiffin School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Tiffin School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Tiffin School belong to?
Tiffin School is part of the Tiffin (Kingston) two-stage test consortium.
How many places does Tiffin School offer?
Tiffin School has a published admission number of 180 places.
How many pupils attend Tiffin School?
Tiffin School has approximately 1,462 pupils on roll.
What is Tiffin School's Ofsted rating?
Tiffin School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 24 May 2022.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.