Eltham College
Set in 70 acres of south east London, an 18th century mansion takes centre stage of the school. A mixed school for students aged 11-18 (years 7-13), with an associated junior school.
Ideal student
Pupils who are prepared to work hard but also want to throw themselves into a busy school life. Eltham suits grounded, motivated students who enjoy combining academic study with music, sport and wider activities.
Main sports
Hockey and cricket are the main sports, alongside rugby and netball. A wide range of additional options are available, with strong participation across multiple teams and levels.
Stand-out facilities
Extensive playing fields and the Eric Liddell Sports Centre, which includes a swimming pool, climbing wall, indoor cricket nets and a large multi-use sports hall.
Saturday school
No, but some Saturday fixtures.
Did you know?
Music is a major strength of the school, with a large number of pupils learning instruments and performing regularly in the many ensembles and concerts held throughout the year.
Our takeaway
A confident, well-rounded school that has been quietly strengthening its reputation in recent years. Academic results are strong and there has been significant investment in facilities. Popular with local families who value a balanced education and increasingly seen as a serious alternative to some of London’s more established names.
"We have a traditional broad curriculum, but the range of co-curricular activities is outstanding."
School Information
| Year | A-level (% A*) |
A-level (% A*/A) |
A-level (% A*/B) |
GSCE (% 9/8/7) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 34.4 | 67.8 | 91.9 | 88.5 |
| 2024 | 29.5 | 67.6 | 91.2 | 87.9 |
| 2023 | 34.6 | 74.4 | 93.8 | 81.4 |
| Destination | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Oxbridge | 3% |
| Sutton 13 The 13 best UK universities based on average rankings from surveys: Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Durham, Edinburgh, Imperial, LSE, Nottingham, Oxford, St Andrews, UCL, Warwick, York. | 44% |
| Other UK Universities | 53% |