WENTWORTH COLLEGE, London
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Wentworth College excels at meeting pupils where they are - whether they arrive with significant learning gaps or different starting points - and building their confidence and achievement exceptionally well. The school creates a uniquely supportive environment where pupils feel valued and able to learn, with expert staff who understand both their academic and emotional needs. Pupils leave well-prepared for university, employment, or further training with strong fundamental skills and a positive outlook on life.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional support for pupils with SEND through expert staff knowledge and tailored teaching adjustments
- Strong focus on developing fundamental skills including reading for pleasure and mathematics across the curriculum
- Highly positive school culture with impeccable behaviour, strong relationships, and a sense of belonging where pupils feel they can be themselves
- Impressive GCSE and A-level results with clear careers guidance ensuring pupils progress to education, training or employment
- Excellent enrichment activities including debating, student newspaper, and visits to local places of worship that extend learning beyond the classroom
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with leaders, staff and pupils demonstrating an open and positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
Debating, student newspaper, visits to local places of worship
Wentworth College is an independent secondary school for ages 14-19 that has been rated Outstanding, improving from Good at the previous inspection. The school excels at supporting pupils' well-being and academic achievement, with pupils arriving with significant learning gaps and leaving highly prepared for their next stage.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
40%
Available places
40 pupils
99 capacity
59 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for London
Admissions Demand - Barnet
Places available
4,877
Applications
4,221
Got 1st preference
72.4%
Got preferred school
92.6%
Secondary admissions across Barnet (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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