2026 Best Secondary Schools in Richmond upon Thames Area

Richmond upon Thames secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 53, well above England's 39, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 8.6/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). While Hampton School, St Paul's School, and Lady Eleanor Holles School are top-ranked independent options, Waldegrave School leads among state secondary schools with excellent results. With 20 schools serving the borough, families across Richmond, Twickenham, Kew, and Barnes have access to both highly competitive independent schools and outstanding comprehensives. Most families find places within 2.7 miles for popular schools. Use the interactive map to explore last distance offered and compare schools across the borough.