Carshalton Boys Sports College (formerly Carshalton High School for Boys) is an

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that educates around 1200 boys aged 11–19 years old. It is situated on the southern edge of the St Helier local authority Housing Estate within the boundaries of

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, England. In September 2003, the school was designated as a specialist

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UK. As of 2011, the school has converted to academy status, but continues to have sport as a specialism. GCSE results have consistently been increasingly dramatically since 2009, although still below the national average. In addition, the school is rated 'Good' by OFSTED.

Notable former pupils

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Boys' schools in London Academies in the London Borough of Sutton Secondary schools in the London Borough of Sutton Carshalton Sport schools in the United Kingdom Specialist sports colleges in England {{London-school-stub

Notable former pupils

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