QUINTIN KYNASTON SCHOOL in Greater London, City of Westminster

Education Centre Information: Quintin Kynaston School:

Establishment Type:Foundation School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: City of Westminster
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/10/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Total Pupils: 1419
Number of boys: 791
Number of girls: 628
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Quintin Kynaston School, popularly known as 'QK', is a state-maintained secondary school in St John's Wood, close to the centre of London. The school has over 300 computers, all with high-speed broadband Internet connection, a large multimedia library and advanced aids such as interactive whiteboards. The school has excellent facilities including three gymnasia, a sports hall, drama centre, dance studio, music suite, four fully equipped ICT rooms and a multimedia library. It provides a wide range of extra-curricular activities including: netball, football, basketball, rugby and cricket. The school maintains broad and balanced curriculum. it provides lunchtime and after-school activities. It provides a variety of opportunities to enhance learning. The school aims to develop the best in every student through the excellent teaching of a broad and challenging curriculum in a supportive and technologically advanced environment.