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Kingston Grammar School independent school in Greater London logo

Kingston Grammar School

Co-ed

“Bene Agere ac Lætari”

(Work well and be happy)

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Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)
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Situated in Kingston upon Thames, south-west London, Kingston Grammar School is an independent co-educational day school. Founded by royal charter in 1561, with origins traceable to the 13th century, it became fully co-educational in 1978. The school's motto is 'Work well and be happy', and it claims to focus on balancing achievement with student wellbeing, underpinned by values of aspiration, integrity, respect, and engagement. Its urban main campus is described as compact and contemporary, complemented by a 22-acre sports facility at Ditton Field. The historic Lovekyn Chapel, dating to 1309, remains a central feature.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Aspiration
Integrity
Respect
Engagement

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-4.0%

Kingston Grammar School's fees are 4.0% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-5.4%

Kingston Grammar School's fees are 5.4% lower than the county average.

Based on 73 schools in Greater London and 209 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Demonym:“Kingstonian”
Founded:1561
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 50%/50% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 874 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:1078461
Registered Company No.:03883748
ISI Inspections.
Associations:
HMC
AGBIS
ISBA
ISC
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
A Level
GCSE
IGCSE
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Scholarships:
Art
Music
Sport
Drama
Design & Technology
Bursaries offered: Yes
Kingston Grammar School offers means-tested Fee Assistance for 11+ and 16+ entry, covering up to 100% of fees, and potentially including uniform, lunches, and trips. Eligibility requires satisfactory entrance exam performance, a home visit, and annual financial re-assessment. Bursaries can be combined with scholarships, and hardship awards are also available for current pupils facing unforeseen difficulties.
Sports Facilities:
Astroturf Pitch
Basketball Court
Cricket Grounds
Football Pitch
Futsal
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Hockey Pitch
Netball Courts
Playing Fields
Rounders
Sports Hall
Table Tennis
Tennis Court
Volleyball Court
Rowing
Other Facilities:
Chapel
Library
Theatre
Drama Studio
Music Studio

Contact Information

Address

Kingston Grammar School, 70 London Road, Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, KT2 6PY

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General Enquiries

020 8546 5875

Admissions

020 8546 5875