All-ThroughCo-educationalISI · Excellent
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Ibstock Place School

London · SW15 5PY

AAB+ A-level

37.8%

9–7 GCSE

71.3%

Day fees

£23k

Inspection

Excellent

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Ibstock Place is a well-established, all-through independent day school on the edge of Richmond Park, serving 1,019 pupils from age 4 to 18. The school prides itself on balancing traditional values with innovative practice, with particular strength in creative arts, music, and expressive subjects alongside rigorous academics. Leadership under Headmaster Chris Wolsey is noted for accessibility and genuine care for pupil wellbeing and critical thinking development.

  • Exceptional breadth in music and visual arts from the earliest years
  • All-through continuity from Nursery to Sixth Form with strong progression pathways
  • Suburban location near Richmond Park combined with strong London connectivity

Who thrives here

Pupils with broad intellectual interests who value creative expression and independence of thought; families seeking a balanced, nurturing all-through environment rather than a heavily academically pressurised one.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports50th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Founded1892
Number of pupils1,019
Sixth form155
Pupils with SEND146
Age range4–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£23.4k/yr
AssociationsISC
Settingsuburban
LocationSW15 postcode places the school in reach of south-west London commuter belt; reasonable but not immediate access to central London.

Contact & visit

Clarence Lane, Roehampton

London

SW15 5PY

www.ibstockplaceschool.co.uk
02088769991
Mr Christopher Wolsey, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Putney12 min
Barnes15 min
Putney Bridge10 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Ibstock Place School?

Day fees at Ibstock Place School are approximately £23,400 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Ibstock Place School?

Ibstock Place School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Ibstock Place School's exam results?

At Ibstock Place School, 37.8% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 71.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Ibstock Place School a boarding school?

Ibstock Place School is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.

What is Ibstock Place School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated Ibstock Place School “Excellent” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Exceptional music and art provision from Nursery onwards

Headmaster's genuine care for pupil wellbeing and engagement

Broad extracurricular range and student voice

Focus on developing independent critical thinkers

Seamless all-through experience

Balance of tradition and innovation

Common concerns

!Not yet Ofsted-inspected, so limited recent external validation available