Kingston upon Thames Teaching Jobs
About Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames offers the perfect blend of riverside charm and suburban tranquillity, making it an ideal place to live. Nestled along the River Thames, Kingston boasts beautiful riverside walks, a vibrant town centre with excellent shopping, dining, and cultural venues, and a friendly, community-focused atmosphere. The area is well-served by top-rated schools, making it particularly appealing to families. With its green spaces like Richmond Park and Bushy Park nearby, and quick transport links to central London, Kingston provides a peaceful retreat with all the conveniences of city living just a short journey away. Bushy Park, the second-largest of London’s Royal Parks is located in Kingston-upon-Thames and covers 4.45 square kilometres, after Richmond Park – also located in Kingston-upon-Thames – which is 9.54 square kilometres.
Teaching in Kingston-upon-Thames
Please note as of August 2024 the UK government announced that the one-word OFSTED ratings will be changed. We’ll update the stats on this page once the new rating system is confirmed.
- There are 63 Schools in Kingston-upon-Thames, 48 of which are Primary and 22 Secondary schools
- Of these, there are 18 Academies, 28 Maintained Schools, and 4 Special Schools
- There are 12 “Outstanding” and 38 “Good” schools as rated by Ofsted, and none which “Requires Improvement”
Why choose teaching jobs in Kingston-upon-Thames?
With great schools and plenty of opportunities for fantastic day trips, any teacher in Kingston-upon-Thames is spoilt for choice when it comes to interesting things to see and do. As the safest borough of London for two years running, Kingston-upon-Thames is a great place for family life in the city.
