La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School
La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School is a girls' secondary school in London for ages 11 to 18.
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At a glance
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,197
- Who it's for
- Girls only
- Admissions
- Not selective
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Address
- Atkins Road, London, SW12 0AB
- Phone
- 02086 735644
The school's websiteResults and performanceFull register entryMap
The school
- The school's mission is to provide an outstanding standard of education for each girl, delivered in the context of Gospel values and the teachings of the church.
- The school's motto themes are Formidable Talent, Determined Minds and Courageous Spirit.
Source: La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School website; La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School website. Checked 11 November 2026.
How it teaches
- Key Stage 3 is designed to prepare students for GCSE, letting them start GCSE study when ready.
Source: La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School website. Checked 11 November 2026.
Admissions
- If more applications are received than places in an in-year application, the oversubscription criteria in the current admissions policy are used.
- National offer day is Monday 1 March 2027.
Source: La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School website. Checked 11 November 2026.
The school day and clubs
- Students sign up to clubs by going to the club at its allocated time and giving their name to the member of staff running it.
- A clubs timetable is available to view on the school website.
Source: La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School website. Checked 11 November 2026.
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School details: Get Information about Schools, Department for Education, URN 100637. Checked 9 November 2026.
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