Ricards Lodge High SchoolLake Road , London

Located in London, Ricards Lodge High School is a secondary school, serving pupils aged 11 to 19. The school is a community school and operates as a girls school. It follows a non-selective admissions policy. It does not have a designated religious character, which may suit families looking for a non-faith school. The school also offers a sixth form, allowing students to continue into post-16 education on site.

Ricards Lodge High School currently has around 1476 pupils on roll, which is about 98% of its capacity. The gender split is relatively balanced, with approximately % boys and 100% girls. Around 24.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which gives an indication of the socio-economic mix. The student population reflects a mixed community across different backgrounds and needs.

Overall absence at the school is 7.3%. Persistent absence is recorded at 22.3%. The school also includes resourced provision, supporting 6 pupils.

The student population reflects a mixed community, with white british pupils forming the largest group at around 29.7%. other white pupils make up about 15.7% , followed by other asian at 10.4%

At its latest Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Outstanding. This indicates exceptional performance across all areas. Safeguarding was judged to be effective, which is a key consideration for many parents.

Around 95% of pupils move on to sustained destinations after Year 11. Most continue into education (92%) , including 62% who stay in school sixth forms and 21% progressing to further education , while 1% enter apprenticeships .