St Paul's School
Catchment Area, Exam Results and Reviews

Last updated 18 September 2026

Secondary
Post 16
PUPILS
1504
AGES
7 - 18
GENDER
Boys
TYPE
Other independent school
SCHOOL GUIDE RATING
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School Guide verdict

St Paul's School is an independent secondary for boys in London, where good GCSE passes sit well above the national average at 100%, earning it a 5-star rating from School Guide. At its 2025 ISI inspection, the quality of academic and other achievements was judged excellent.

How Does The School Perform?

Inspection
Ofsted inspection
(16/01/2025)
Overall grade included
100%
NATIONAL AVG. 60%
5+ GCSEs grade 9-4 (standard pass or above) including English and maths



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Progress Compared With All Other Schools

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School Results Over Time

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Lonsdale Road
Barnes
London
SW13 9JT
+44 (0)20 8748 9162

School Description

St Paul's School was founded in 1509 by John Colet, Dean of St Paul's Cathedral and friend of Erasmus, who designed much of the original learning material for the School. It has moved on a little since then, achieving some of the best results in the UK. It prides itself on a unique Tutor system and an extraordinary range of co-curricular activities.

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St Paul's School Catchment Area Map

This school is independently managed and its admission criteria may be selective. There is no set catchment area as pupils are admitted from a wide variety of postcodes and, in the case of boarding schools, from outside the UK. Contact the school directly or visit their website for more information on Admissions Policy and Procedures.


Frequently asked questions

What is the School Guide rating for St Paul's School?

St Paul's School holds a 5-star rating from School Guide.

What were the findings of the latest inspection at St Paul's School?

In its 2025 ISI inspection, St Paul's School was judged excellent across key areas, including the quality of academic and other achievements and pupils' personal development.

How do GCSE results at St Paul's School compare to national standards?

100% of pupils achieved good GCSE passes including English and maths, placing the school well above the national average of 38.9%.

How many pupils attend St Paul's School?

There are 1504 pupils attending St Paul's School.