Top 12 A Level Schools in London

This guide is written by Tutopiya’s education experts to help families compare A Level options.

London offers one of the widest choices of A Level providers anywhere in the world, from selective grammar schools and independent schools to comprehensive sixth forms and specialist sixth form colleges. This guide focuses on strong A Level pathways and naturally excludes IB-only or American-only schools, even where they are highly regarded.

How this list is ranked (and what “A Level results data” really means)

Key datapoints families typically compare:

• A*/A and A*/A/B rates at A Level over multiple years
• Progress (value-added) scores where available (e.g. ALPS, Ofsted/ISI commentary)
• Subject breadth and timetable flexibility (especially for niche subjects)
• University destinations (including Russell Group/Oxbridge success where relevant)
• Ofsted/ISI inspection outcomes and sixth form-specific commentary

Beyond data, many families look at culture, wellbeing support, and whether the sixth form is a good “fit” for their child.

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The Top 12 (London)

Below are 12 named A Level providers that London families often shortlist (selective state and independent schools, sixth form colleges, and private colleges).

1. Westminster School (Sixth Form) – Independent day and boarding; very strong A Level results and Oxbridge success; highly selective.
2. St Paul’s School (Sixth Form) – Independent boys’ school; exceptional A Level outcomes and university destinations.
3. North London Collegiate School (NLCS) – Sixth Form – Independent girls’ school; strong A*/A rates and broad subject offer.
4. Brampton Manor Academy (Sixth Form) – State comprehensive sixth form in Newham; outstanding value-added and Oxbridge placements.
5. Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre (NCS) – State sixth form; strong A Level results and university support.
6. Woodhouse College – State sixth form college in Barnet; broad A Level curriculum and good value-added.
7. Richmond upon Thames College – Large sixth form college; wide subject choice and flexible pathways.
8. MPW (Mander Portman Woodward) – Private sixth form college (London campuses); tutorial-style A Level teaching and resit options.
9. DLD College London – Private sixth form college; A Levels and strong university guidance.
10. David Game College – Private A Level college in central London; exam-focused and flexible intake.
11. CATS College London – Private college; A Levels and foundation pathways for international and UK students.
12. Tutopiya / King’s InterHigh / Wolsey Hall Oxford (online A Levels) – For London students who prefer or supplement with online study: Tutopiya for tutoring and exam prep; King’s InterHigh and Wolsey Hall for full online A Levels. Exams at approved London centres.

What to do next (quick checklist)

• Shortlist a mix of schools and colleges and attend open days or taster lessons where possible.
• Compare A Level statistics, subject choice, and university destinations, not just headline reputations.
• Check how each provider supports study skills, mock exams, predicted grades, and UCAS applications.

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